The day I have been waiting over 4 months has arrived! The FAA posted the general vacancy announcement and I’m applying. The closing date is July 17th, so I’m hoping to hear back soon after. Key word soon. This annoncement is basically the “off the street” hire. As long as you meet the employment/education requirements and your under 30, you can apply. What kind of makes me sick is that these people didn’t have to go through a CTI school and spend tens of thousands of dollars.