ABX Supervisor, Flight Control (3rd Shift)

ABX Air; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABX Air located in Wilmington, OH is seeking a Supervisor of Flight Control to oversee daily and nightly flight operations on a 3rd shift. The role requires coordinating with customers and involvement in accident/incident investigations.

Responsibilities include contingency planning, FAR compliance, data collection for investigations, and supervising flight control staff. Requires FAA Dispatcher license and prior dispatcher experience with FAR 121 carriers.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility/adaptability in decision making.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 lb.
• 1 year as aircraft dispatcher with FAR 121 carrier including 1 year with ABX.
• 1 year computer flight planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage contingency plans for operations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FARs.
• Collect and analyze data for accident/incident investigations related to aircraft mishaps.
• Maintain records of normal and non-normal flight operations.
• Plan and monitor progress of ABX and contract flights, resolving issues as they arise.
• Perform duties of Flight Operation Officer, as needed.
• Evaluate weather and fuel requirements, including daily arrival fuel assessments.
• Assess aircraft performance and monitor flight progress.
• Ensure all proper slots and permits are secured for international flights.
• Make necessary adjustments in the LIDO databaseInterface with customers to coordinate flight control operations.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Physical ability

Education

HSD/GED

Tools

Computer flight planning

Job description

Job Category: DISPATCH

Requisition Number: ABXSU005022

Full-Time

Locations

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WILMINGTON, OH 45177, USA

Description

The Supervisor of Flight Control is responsible for overseeing daily and nightly flight operations. This position requires coordination with customers and involvement in accident/incident investigations. This will be a 3rd shift position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and manage contingency plans for operations
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FARs
• Collect and analyze data for accident/incident investigations related to aircraft mishaps
• Maintain records of normal and non-normal flight operations
• Plan and monitor progress of ABX and contract flights, resolving issues as they arise
• Perform duties of Flight Operation Officer, as needed
• Evaluate weather and fuel requirements, including daily arrival fuel assessments
• Assess aircraft performance and monitor flight progress
• Ensure all proper slots and permits are secured for international flights
• Make necessary adjustments in the LIDO databaseInterface with customers to coordinate flight control operations
• Perform additional duties as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise daily and nightly Flight Control 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 computer 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

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Aircraftdispatcher Duties

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