ABX Instructor/Supervisor Flight Control

Air Transport Services Group; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Transport Services Group seeks an Instructor/Supervisor Flight Control to train and evaluate Flight Operations Officers, ensuring FAA compliance and company standards across training programs and records.

The role combines instruction, regulatory oversight, and supervision of Flight Control operations, coordinating with internal teams and regulatory agencies to maintain safe, efficient airline operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid high school diploma or GED.
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher license or equivalent required.
• Experience as an aircraft dispatcher with FAR 121 carrier preferred.
• Strong communication and program management skills.

Responsibilities

• Train, qualify, and evaluate Flight Operations Officers.
• Develop and maintain training curricula, syllabi, and qualification programs.
• Deliver instruction in aircraft systems, flight planning, meteorology, and FARs.
• Maintain training records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Supervise Flight Control operations and provide team leadership.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and participate in safety/compliance audits.
• Support and manage Flight Control software systems (LIDO, Ops++, Jeppesen, etc.).

Skills

Written and verbal communication

PC proficiency

Flight planning experience

Flexibility/adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LIDO

Ops++

AeroData

Jeppesen

Honeywell Database

FAA systems

Job description

SUMMARY

The Instructor/Supervisor Flight Control is responsible for training, qualifying, and evaluating Flight Operations Officers while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and company standards. This role develops and delivers training programs, maintains qualification records, supports operational standards and safety initiatives, supervises Flight Control operations, manages operational systems, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and participates in safety, compliance, and audit activities. This role combines instructional responsibilities, regulatory compliance, and operational supervision to ensure safe, efficient, and FAA-compliant airline operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• This role demands a dependable and reliable individual.
• Conduct initial, recurrent, and requalification training and competency checks for Flight Operations Officers.
• Develop and maintain training curricula, syllabi, and qualification programs.
• Deliver instruction in aircraft systems and limitations, flight planning, meteorology, navigation, Operations Specifications, and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
• Maintain training records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and support Flight Control standards and best practices.
• Participate in the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) Event Review Committee (ERC).
• Support and manage Flight Control software systems, including LIDO, Ops++, AeroData, Jeppesen, Honeywell Database, and FAA systems.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and regulatory agencies to support safe, efficient, and compliant airline operations.
• Supervise Flight Control operations and provide leadership to team members.
• Conduct and participate in internal and external audits, including IOSA, DOD, FAA, or others as required.
• Perform Flight Operations Officer duties as required.
• Perform additional duties as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise Flight Control flight operations
• Execute supervisory functions, including hiring, firing, counseling, and employee evaluations
• Provide leadership and guidance to flight control personnel
• Ensure efficient workflow and problem resolution within the team

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have HSD/GED
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher’s license
• 1 year as aircraft dispatcher with FAR 121 carrier including 1 year with ABX
• 1 year’s computer-based flight planning experience
• PC proficiency
• Excellent written/oral communication skills
• Flexibility/adaptability in decision making
• Ability to lift objects weighing various amounts up to 40 lb.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Pilot’s license
• Experience as aircraft dispatcher lead/supervisor
• College coursework in supervisory/management field
• Supervisory experience