The schedule is incredibly draining; there is more stress from the schedule than the job. - Air Traffic Controller FAA Employee Review

4.0
Feb 12, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The work is challenging and the compensation is good. The psychological rewards of controlling lots of planes is great.

Cons

Say goodbye to spending normal holidays with your family. You will be tired most of the time because of the schedule. The schedule is unnecessarily ridiculous. Rarely are 2 days in a row starting at the same time. Overnight shifts are routine.

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