Air Intercept Controller

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron Systems Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About ATAC

Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and Adversary, Red Air and Aggressor services to the U.S. Navy, Marines and the US Air Force. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight permanent sites spanning the CONUS, Hawaii and the Pacific. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to 4th and 5th Generation aircrew in Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups conducting unit level continuation training, pre-deployment spin-up training, large force employment training, or aircrew conversion training. ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAFs F-22 Raptors as well as the USNs and USMCs F-35 Lightning IIs.

Job Summary

The Cherry Point Air Intercept Controller position is responsible to the Cherry Point Director and Deputy Director of Operations primarily for Ground Control Intercept support of flight operations when required as well as flight scheduling, airfield, and airspace coordination, and coordination with the ACE Director of Flight Operations (DFO) for pilot manning. The Air Intercept Controller position will be familiar with the Flight Operations Manual (FOM), Mirage F1 operations manual, and ATAC general flight operations to include assisting the Training Manager, Standardization Manager, and the Chief Pilot in their assigned responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible to the DO/DDO for providing Ground Control Intercept/Air Intercept Control to ATAC and government customers for the purpose of safety and quality of ADAIR presentations as a contract requirement.

• Responsible to the DO/DDO for coordinating pilot manning and scheduling.

• Responsible to the DO/DDO for coordinating long range customer scheduling/range space requirements.

• Create and disseminate daily operational scheduling for the OL.

• Coordinate with the Pilot Training and Stan/eval managers for currency requirements

• Coordinate with the Chief Pilot/Training Manager/Standardization Manager to ensure unity of effort.

• Closely monitor operations and maintenance aircraft availability to balance assets with tasking.

• Effectively communicate across the operations and maintenance spectrum to maintain continuity.

• Monitor daily flight operations and schedules to ensure proper execution.

• Additional duties as assigned by the Vice President

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 8 years military/civilian experience as a GCI/AIC desired

• Management and scheduling

• Customer service

• Complex operations

• BS/BA desired

• Excel, W2W (when 2 work), Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word

• Clear and effective communication skills

• Team player

• Flexible schedule

• 30 travel required

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Career Development & Training Opportunities

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

- Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textrons products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.

Recruiting Company: Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC)
Primary Location: US-North Carolina-Cherry Point
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 25 of the Time
Job Posting: 10/06/2025, 4:00:36 PM
Job Number: 334413