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Manager Flight Dispatch & Load Planning

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $120,000.00 - $170,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
performance bonuses
restricted stock units
401(k) plan with Company Match
Crewmember stock purchase plan
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
Free space available travel

Job Description

JetBlue Airways is a prominent American airline known for its customer-centric approach and innovative services. Established as a major player in the aviation industry, JetBlue focuses on providing exceptional service, safety, and a unique travel experience to its passengers. As a company, JetBlue values Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion, and Fun, which are core to its culture and operational philosophy. The airline operates a traditional office environment for many of its operational roles and invests heavily in the professional development and well-being of its crewmembers.

The position of Manager Flight Dispatch and Load Planning at JetBlue is a critical leadershi... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma
  • Valid federal aviation administration (FAA) aircraft dispatcher certificate
  • Five years of part 121 dispatch experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Prior supervisory experience
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of federal aviation regulations
  • Ability to read and understand technical manuals, documents, and regulations
  • Extensive knowledge of all dispatch and air traffic control (ATC) software
  • Strong technical knowledge of aircraft performance, navigation, weather, and federal aviation regulations
  • Ability to think critically and to work under pressure in a team environment
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Available for occasional overnight and international travel
  • In possession of valid travel documents with the ability to travel in and out of the United States
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
  • Authorization to work in the US is required
  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma
  • Valid federal aviation administration (FAA) aircraft dispatcher certificate
  • Five years of part 121 dispatch experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Prior supervisory experience
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of federal aviation regulations
  • Ability to read and understand technical manuals, documents, and regulations
  • Extensive knowledge of all dispatch and air traffic control (ATC) software
  • Strong technical knowledge of aircraft performance, navigation, weather, and federal aviation regulations
  • Ability to think critically and to work under pressure in a team environment
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Available for occasional overnight and international travel
  • In possession of valid travel documents with the ability to travel in and out of the United States

Job Duties

  • Develop and manage the work rules for the dispatchers including distributing daily workloads
  • Monitor fuel planning, fuel over destination and alternate consistency as well as tanker fuel
  • Responsible for quality control of the flight dispatch and load planning product
  • Ensure staffing is augmented when workload dictates
  • Maintain dispatcher currency
  • Support the operation during irregular operations
  • provides weather and air traffic control briefings
  • Support and give guidance to the dispatch supervisors as they perform their work
  • Assist in training and checking of the dispatch function
  • Post analysis review of an event or flight
  • Special project involvement as directed
  • Support business continuity and emergency response during drills, live events, and crisis management team activation
  • Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support engagement, growth, and goal achievement
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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