SEONGJIN KIM
Summary
Have been working as a radar air traffic controller in Republic of Korea since 2017. Highly skilled and experienced aviation professional with strong abilities to ensure safety and efficiency under high tension. Known for hard-working, effective team collaboration and remarkable decision-making skills. Highly reliable with solid foundation in radar monitoring, provision of separation and human factors.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Traffic Controller
Republic of Korea Air Force
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe management of aircraft.
- Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft in the vicinity of the airport.
- Maintained clear communication with pilots and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.
- Provided accurate weather updates to pilots, enabling informed decisions regarding flight paths and potential hazards.
- Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
Air Traffic Controller
Republic of Korea Air Force
08.2020 - Current
- Controlled aircraft executing PAR.
- Coordinated between USAF controllers and Korean pilots to resolve language barriers to promote safe flight operation.
- Coordinated for emergency aircraft by disseminating related information to appropriate agencies in timely manner.
- Translated multiple FAA, ICAO and Canadian aviation documents into Korean to adapt beneficial concepts to ROKAF.
- Interpreted at multiple meetings for USAF-ROKAF joint flight operation for smooth flow of air traffic.
- Graduated the instrument procedure establishment basic course to have better understanding of instrument procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Chongshin University
Seoul02-2018
Skills
- Situational awareness
- Airspace management
- Teamwork
- Composure under high pressure
- Safety measures
- Visual observation
- Memory retention
- Timely decision making
- Flight coordination
- High level of concentration
Additional Information
- Awarded multiple prizes by ROKAF 38th Fight Group for excellent performance from ATC written exams.
- Awarded by ROKAF Flight Safety for excellent performance from TERPS(Standard for Terminal Instrument Procedures) basic course.
- Received Safety Well Done award by USAF 7th Air Force Wing Safety for promotion of aviation safety under non-radar situation.
- Received a certificate of appreciation by USAF 8 FWI for handling of ILS (instrument landing system) flight inspection.
Timeline
Air Traffic Controller
Republic of Korea Air Force
08.2020 - Current
Air Traffic Controller
Republic of Korea Air Force
01.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Chongshin University
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