Airspace Information Center (AIC) Controller (Specialist)

Airspace Information Center (AIC) Controller (Specialist)

CI² Aviation, Inc. | Fort Bliss, Texas

Position Overview

CI² Aviation, Inc. is seeking experienced Airspace Information Center (AIC) Controllers (Specialists) to support fixed-base, non-tactical AIC operations at Fort Bliss, Texas.
The AIC Controller provides flight-following services for aircraft operating over Fort Bliss Special Use Airspace. Responsibilities include issuing information and advisories, monitoring aircraft flight progress, and maintaining accurate flight information.
Specialists will be dedicated to the Biggs AIC facility and will not work interchangeably between the AIC and ATC Tower.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue information and advisories to arriving, departing, and enroute aircraft.


• Monitor aircraft flight progress and provide flight-following services within the assigned operational area.


• Receive, post, and relay aircraft progress reports.


• Record and update flight information on flight data strips, boards, charts, and tactical situation maps.


• Complete required training and achieve facility rating/certification at Biggs AIC by the conclusion of controller training.


• Maintain required professional credentials, medical certification, and operational qualifications.


• Perform assigned duties in accordance with TC 3-04.15, AR 95-2, related Army regulations, and facility procedures.


• Comply with installation security and access procedures and the company’s safety plan.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of Army fixed-base AIC operational experience controlling aircraft at Army locations.


• A previous AIC certification obtained before employment.


• FAA Form 7220-1, Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) Card, and required medical certification no later than the indoctrination phase of ATC training.


• Ability to achieve Biggs AIC facility rating/certification by the conclusion of controller training.


• Ability to meet and maintain Army Class IV Air Traffic Control medical standards under AR 40-501.


• A current, valid DD Form 2992, approved and signed by an authorized military physician, before proceeding to the position qualification phase.


• An active SECRET (Tier 3) security clearance, maintained throughout the contract. An officially granted Interim SECRET clearance is acceptable temporarily pending final adjudication.


• A valid U.S. state driver’s license appropriate for any vehicle operated during assigned duties.


• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to satisfy installation access and background requirements.

Medical Qualification Requirements

Employees must meet all applicable training and medical readiness standards under AR 40-501 and TC 3-04.15. Fort Bliss Medical services will provide Part 2 of the flight physical. The clinical examination by an authorized military physician at no charge for the purpose of obtaining a valid DD Form 2992. Costs associated with Part 1, additional medical services, and follow-up specialty evaluations are the contractor’s responsibility. 

Schedule and Staffing

The AIC operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, including weekends and federal holidays. Each AIC shift is staffed by two personnel.
Applicants must be available for assigned shifts within the following schedule:

• Day Shift: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.


• Second Shift: 4:00 p.m.–midnight.


• Third Shift: Midnight–8:00 a.m.

Required Training and Security Compliance

Employees must complete required TARP/CIAR, DoD Information Assurance awareness, Level I OPSEC, Antiterrorism Level I, and locally developed iWATCH Army training within applicable deadlines and maintain recurring training requirements.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit a résumé documenting qualifying Army fixed-base AIC experience, previous AIC certification, current professional credentials, and security clearance status.

Contingent Upon Contract Award: This position is contingent upon CI² Aviation, Inc. being awarded the Fort Bliss air traffic control services contract. Any offer of employment and anticipated start date will depend on contract award and fulfillment of applicable contract requirements.