The Supervisor of Flight Control is responsible for overseeing daily and nightly flight operations. This position requires coordination with customers and involvement in accident/incident investigations. This will be a 3rd shift position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, implement, and manage contingency plans for operations
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FARs
• Collect and analyze data for accident/incident investigations related to aircraft mishaps
• Maintain records of normal and non-normal flight operations
• Plan and monitor progress of ABX and contract flights, resolving issues as they arise
• Perform duties of Flight Operation Officer, as needed
• Evaluate weather and fuel requirements, including daily arrival fuel assessments
• Assess aircraft performance and monitor flight progress
• Ensure all proper slots and permits are secured for international flights
• Make necessary adjustments in the LIDO database
• Interface with customers to coordinate flight control operations
• Perform additional duties as required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervise daily and nightly Flight Control operations
• Execute supervisory functions, including hiring, firing, counseling, and employee evaluations
• Provide leadership and guidance to flight control personnel
• Ensure efficient workflow and problem resolution within the team
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have HSD/GED
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher’s license
• 1 year as aircraft dispatcher with FAR 121 carrier including 1 year with ABX
• 1 year computer flight planning experience
• PC proficiency
• Excellent written/oral communication skills
• Flexibility/adaptability in decision making
• Ability to lift objects weighing various amounts up to 40 lb.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Pilot’s license
• Experience as aircraft dispatcher lead/supervisor
• College coursework in supervisory/management field
• Supervisory experience