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Elijah Ashby

Odessa

Summary

I served honorably as a United States Marine and Air Traffic Controller for four years. Designated as a Tower Supervisor and Facility Watch Officer. Qualified on Local Control, Ground Control, Flight Data, Radar Data, and Clearance Delivery at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay (PHNG). Hardworking and skilled professional, committed to continuous learning and excellence in safe and efficient air traffic management.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Air Traffic Control Specialist

United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe
11.2021 - 10.2025
  • Monitored and directed the movement of aircraft on the ground and in the air, using radar or visual reference.
  • Communicated precise control instructions to ensure safe sequencing, takeoff, and landing of aircraft.
  • Transferred and received control of aircraft between facilities and airspace.
  • Evaluated weather reports and tower observations; provided pilots with updated conditions, altimeter settings, NOTAM-related info, and operated lighting and field systems as required.
  • Identified aircraft emergencies and immediately engaged ARFF and emergency units to ensure a rapid, coordinated response.
  • Three years of instructor (OJTI) experience.
  • Handled civilian and military traffic on a day-to-day basis.
  • Maintained daily facility logs and records.

Education

Air Traffic Control

Naval Air Technical Training Center
Pensacola, FL
10-2021

Skills

  • Proficient FDIO operator
  • Skilled on VIDS, ETVS, TDW, and ECS equipment
  • Expert in VFR, SVFR, IFR, and opposite direction operations
  • Mastery of the Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS)
  • Ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic within designated airspace
  • Multitasking in high workload environments
  • Professional interaction with pilots and colleagues
  • Situational awareness
  • High stress tolerance
  • Dedicated and reliable
  • Clear and concise radio communication

Timeline

Air Traffic Control Specialist

United States Marine Corps
11.2021 - 10.2025

Air Traffic Control

Naval Air Technical Training Center
Elijah Ashby