Flight Control Aircraft Dispatcher

UPS

Louisville, KY, US
Aircraft performance and loading
Enroute weather forecasting
Airspace restrictions
The Aircraft Dispatcher plans the route of flight taking into account aircraft performance and loading, enroute winds, thunderstorm and turbulence forecasts, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions

Job Summary

  • The Aircraft Dispatcher plans the route of flight taking into account aircraft performance and loading, enroute winds, thunderstorm and turbulence forecasts, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions.
  • The Aircraft Dispatcher will also monitor the flights progress from departure to arrival and advise pilots if conditions change.
  • Assume joint responsibility with each Captain for flight safety, insofar as those duties and requirements of Flight Control Aircraft Dispatchers are specified in FAA regulations and FOM Vol 02.

Matching Summary

The Aircraft Dispatcher plans the route of flight taking into account aircraft performance and loading, enroute winds, thunderstorm and turbulence forecasts, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aircraft performance and loading
  • Enroute weather forecasting
  • Airspace restrictions
  • Airport conditions monitoring
  • Flight progress monitoring
  • Urgent request handling

Nice-to-have

  • Team player
  • Leadership skills
  • Self-directed
  • Show initiative
  • Handle stress well
  • Speak a second language

Key Requirements

  • FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
  • Minimum 4 years domestic flight dispatch experience
  • Minimum 2 years international flight dispatch experience
  • Basic air carrier operations knowledge
  • US Citizen or lawfully admitted alien

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S.

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