Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedule
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Gridiron Air is a FAR Part 121 Supplemental Air Carrier recognized as a leading charter airline specializing in customized flight solutions. With a dedicated fleet of Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, Gridiron Air delivers exceptional levels of safety, hospitality, and operational excellence within the charter market. Operating globally 365 days a year, the company serves a diverse clientele with commitment and precision. The company's headquarters at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW) in Fort Worth, Texas, houses a state-of-the-art Operations Control Center (OCC) and a world-class Maintenance Operation, both crucial to ensuring seamless flight operations. The culture at Gridiron Air emphasizes... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in aviation management business or related field preferred
- minimum 10 years of airline operations experience
- at least 5 years in a leadership role within Dispatch SOC or OCC
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate preferred
- proven ability to manage large complex 24/7 operations
- strong understanding of FAA Part 121 regulations and SMS
- excellent leadership and communication skills
- capability to make critical decisions under pressure
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in aviation management business or related field preferred
- minimum 10 years of airline operations experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role within Dispatch SOC or OCC
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate strongly preferred
- demonstrated success managing large complex 24/7 operational environments
- strong knowledge of FAA Part 121 regulations SMS and airline operations systems
- exceptional leadership communication and crisis management skills
- ability to make critical time-sensitive decisions under pressure
Job Duties
- Lead and oversee the OCC ensuring 24/7 operational readiness
- provide strategic leadership in coordinating Dispatch Flight Following Crew Scheduling Maintenance Control and operational decision-making
- maintain joint operational control with the Director of Operations and ensure regulatory compliance with Part 121 requirements
- direct disruption management IROPs response and system recovery efforts
- implement performance metrics reliability standards and operational excellence initiatives
- foster cross-department collaboration with Inflight Flight Operations Maintenance Customer Experience and long term planning initiatives
- drive SMS integration within the OCC ensuring hazards and safety risks are identified mitigated and tracked
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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