- Irish Air Corps launched direct entry for air traffic controllers
- Positions based at Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel
- Applicants need valid ATC licence and three years’ experience
- English Language Proficiency at Operational Level 4 required
- Candidates must be under 50 years of age
The Irish Air Corps has launched a recruitment campaign for qualified air traffic controllers. The competition offers a direct entry pathway for licensed controllers holding recognised qualifications and experience. Positions are based at Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel.
Successful applicants will receive specialist training to transition into the military environment. As Air Traffic Services Officers, controllers will direct fixed-wing and rotary-wing military aircraft operating on training and operational missions. Duties include controlling traffic at Casement Aerodrome and working as Military Radar Controllers at the Dublin ATC Centre.
Applicants must hold a valid military or European air traffic controller licence with Aerodrome Control Surveillance or Aerodrome Control Instrument rating. At least three years’ experience exercising that endorsement is required. An English Language Proficiency certificate at Operational Level 4 or higher is required. Candidates must satisfy security clearance requirements, pass an aero-medical examination and military fitness assessment, and be under 50 years of age at the end of the competition year.
