Aviation Dispatcher

Solairus Aviation • Full-time • US • $60k - $65k / year • 3m ago

Overview

The Dispatch department is the company's central point of communication for flight operations and is staffed 24/7. The primary focus of the department is to ensure that all flights are operated in compliance with Company policy, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and to provide a high level of customer service to clients and flight crews in support of their trips each day.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties

Verify that each scheduled flight is in compliance with FAA Part 135 and 91 regulations and Solairus company policy and issue releases to flight crews
Maintain situation awareness of all flights while on shift
Arrange trip logistics and service items as necessary to support the clients and flight crew.
Review and verify flight logs submitted by crews.
Evaluate next day’s flights for possible compliance issues (crew legality, maintenance discrepancies) and direct any concerns to the proper department for resolution
Confirm flight and duty time limitations for flight crews to ensure compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and Solairus Flight Operations Manuals.
Facilitate an effective pass off from one shift to the next to ensure all task and follow up items are addressed.

Qualifications

At least two years of corporate aviation scheduling experience
Excellent Interpersonal and Customer Service Skills
Ability to work with the Solairus flight planning and scheduling software, and the Microsoft Windows and Office Software.
Ability to interact effectively as a team member with other Dispatchers and Flight Coordinators.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all cases regarding client information and travel schedule.
Knowledge of aircraft scheduling principles and aircraft trip planning resources including knowledge of FAA regulations, airport information, resources available for trip planning, aircraft and trip support, and weather monitoring.
Ability to quickly learn and assimilate Solairus flight operations standards and policy.
Skill in organizing and performing detail-oriented and timely duties and functions.