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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
company match
Crewmember stock purchase plan
Short-Term Disability coverage
long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
Free space available travel

Job Description

JetBlue Airways is a prominent airline known for its commitment to excellent customer service, safety, and innovation within the aviation industry. Established with a focus on providing affordable, reliable, and comfortable air travel, JetBlue has grown into one of the major players in the U.S. commercial airline sector. The airline prides itself on a strong corporate culture that emphasizes safety, caring, integrity, passion, and fun—values that guide every employee's role and contribute to the company's overall success and positive brand reputation. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, JetBlue ensures that all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma
  • Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
  • Five (5) years of part 121 dispatch experience
  • Prior supervisory experience
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • 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 (10%)
  • 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 (5) 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 (10%)
  • 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 (FOD) 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 (CMT) 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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