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