GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance — Federal Salary & Workforce Data (2026)
Federal Air Traffic Assistant — GS-2154. The verified average salary for GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistances is $83,431/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Data from 176 non-redacted OPM records (April 2026).
Salary Source: OPM Federal Workforce Data (EHRI Snapshot, April 2026) • Records included: 176 • Redaction rate: 17.0%
GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance — Pay at a Glance
Salary and workforce snapshot from OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026.
The GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance series showed 176 non-redacted federal employees in the April 2026 OPM snapshot. The verified average salary is $83,431/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Use our GS Pay Calculator for your exact salary by grade, step, and location.
Salary = base pay + locality pay; excludes benefits. REDACTED records (OPM data release policy) are excluded from averages. Pay plan: General Schedule (GS). View occupation salary detail on OPM FedScope →
GS-2154 Employment Overview
| Metric | Value | Source & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Series Salary | $83,431 | OPM EHRI Snapshot (April 2026). 176 non-redacted records. Base + locality pay; excludes benefits. |
| Non-redacted records (sample size) | 176 | OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026. REDACTED records excluded per OPM data release policy. |
| Redaction rate | 17.0% | OPM redacts salary records for privacy-sensitive positions (DoD, law enforcement, intelligence). FedTools suppresses series averages when redaction exceeds 20%. |
| Pay plan(s) | General Schedule (GS) | Primary pay plan(s) used for this occupational series in the federal government. |
| Typical grades | GS-5 to GS-9 | Most common grade range for this series. Actual assignment depends on the position description and agency. |
| Locality pay | 17.06% – 46.34% | Varies by duty station across 58 OPM pay areas. Rate x base pay = locality supplement. Included in the average salary above. |
| Pay cap (2026) | $197,200 | Executive Schedule Level IV. Applies to GS employees whose locality-adjusted salary would exceed this amount. Title 38 and special pay plans may exceed this cap. |
Top Agencies Employing GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistances
Based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026). Actual grade, step, and locality assignment varies by position and location.
- →Federal Aviation Administration (FAA / DOT)
- →Department of Defense (DoD — military air traffic)
Key Duties — GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance
Representative duties for the 2154 occupational series based on OPM classification standards. Specific responsibilities vary by position and agency.
- →Flight data processing and coordination support for air traffic control facilities
- →Weather data observation and relay to controllers
- →NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) processing and distribution
- →Communication system monitoring and handoff support
- →Administrative and clerical support for ATC facilities
About the GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance Series
Federal Air Traffic Assistants support fully certificated Air Traffic Controllers (GS-2152) by handling data processing, weather dissemination, and administrative tasks in FAA control facilities. The 17.0% redaction rate reflects some DoD military ATC support positions subject to security restrictions. The $83,431 average is significantly below the Air Traffic Controller average ($152,688 in batch 5) — this series does not involve direct aircraft separation duties, which are restricted to certificated GS-2152 controllers. GS-2154 positions are often entry points for candidates pursuing eventual ATC certification.
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GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance?
The verified average salary for the GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance series is $83,431 as of 2026, based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot data (176 non-redacted records; 17.0% redaction rate). Use our GS Pay Calculator to find your exact pay by grade, step, and duty station.
What GS grades apply to the 2154 series?
The GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistance series typically spans GS-5 to GS-9. Actual grade assignment depends on the position description, agency, and your qualifications. Use our GS Pay Calculator to look up the exact salary for any grade, step, and locality.
Which agencies employ GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistances?
The largest federal employers of GS-2154 Air Traffic Assistances include: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA / DOT), Department of Defense (DoD — military air traffic). These figures are based on the OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026).
How is federal pay determined for GS-2154 positions?
Federal civilian pay for GS positions = Base Pay (by grade and step) × (1 + Locality Rate). The GS table has 15 grades (GS-1 through GS-15) and 10 steps per grade. Locality adjustments range from 17.06% (Rest of U.S.) to 46.34% in San Jose–San Francisco. Use our GS Pay Calculator for an instant result.
Do GS-2154 federal employees receive FERS retirement benefits?
Yes, most GS-2154 positions qualify for the full federal benefits package: FERS pension (1–1.1% × High-3 Salary × Years of Service), TSP with up to 5% agency match, FEHB health insurance (government pays ~70% of premium), FEGLI life insurance, and FEDVIP dental/vision. Use our FERS Retirement Calculator to estimate your retirement income.
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Data Accuracy Notice (YMYL): Salary figures are from the OPM Federal Workforce Data portal (EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026). The annualized_adjusted_basic_pay field captures base pay + locality pay under all pay plans (GS, Title 38, special rates). REDACTED records are excluded per OPM data release policy. FedTools publishes series-specific averages only when the non-redacted sample is representative (redaction ≤ 20%, n ≥ 50). This page does not constitute financial or career advice. Always verify current pay rates with your agency HR office and OPM.gov.