"When you get off a shift you feel like you really accomplished something difficult."

92% of Canadians believe it is important for the Canadian Forces to be able to protect human rights in fragile democracies.

Maryellen Cronin is an Air Traffic Controller. Her main responsibility is to ensure the safety of all the air and ground traffic around the airport.

Maryellen received her Economics degree from the Royal Military College. Her work is demanding and often difficult, but very satisfying. She loves her work and enjoys communicating with others about life in the Canadian Forces.

Did you know? 94% of Canadians agree that peacekeeping requires combat-ready forces.

To do Maryellen's job you have to be confident and decisive. Also, you have to be flexible when making decisions. It's challenging work, but it pays well. Maryellen makes $63,000 a year.

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SYNOPSIS:

Maryellen has found her place in military aviation. Canadian military aviation employs 15,000 people with 2,500 reservists.

Maryellen's work entails a lot of responsibilities. More than 200,000 people fly every day in Canada! It's up to air traffic controllers to ensure the safety of everybody. If you're interested in this kind of work, the Canadian Forces will train you.

PERSONAL DATA:

Education: Nine months training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Control Operations

Hobbies: Running, rollerblading and weight lifting