What does a Air Traffic Controller do?

You monitor and direct air traffic in Swiss airspace.

What education does Air Traffic Controller require?

College of Higher Education (36 months)

How much does a Air Traffic Controller earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 90'000, mid ~CHF CHF 130'000 per year (approximate).

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Air Traffic Controller

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Air traffic controllers monitor and direct air traffic in Swiss airspace. They issue takeoff and landing clearances, maintain safe distances between aircraft, and respond to emergencies. Skyguide trains and employs all air traffic controllers in Switzerland.

Entry

~CHF 90'000

CHF 7'500/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 130'000

CHF 10'833/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 190'000

CHF 15'833/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration36 months

Your path to Air Traffic Controller

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 90'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics8/10

🔬 Science5/10

💻 IT6/10

🔧 Manual1/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10

🎨 Creativity2/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands2/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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