ABX Supervisor, Flight Control (3rd Shift)

ABX Air, Inc.; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABX Air, Inc. seeks a Supervisor of Flight Control to oversee daily and nightly flight operations on the 3rd shift. You will coordinate with customers, manage contingency plans, and participate in incident investigations to ensure compliant, safe operations.

The role requires FAA Dispatcher credentials, prior dispatch experience with FAR 121 carriers, and strong communication skills. Candidates must be adaptable, proficient in flight planning tools, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in flight operations and planning.
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher's license or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily and nightly Flight Control operations.
• Coordinate with customers and ABX stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with FARs and regulatory requirements.
• Develop contingency plans for operations and disruptions.
• Review weather and fuel requirements for flight plans.
• Maintain records of normal and non-normal flight operations.
• Interface with customers to coordinate flight control activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Decision making

Flight operations

PC proficiency

Flight planning experience

Education

HSD/GED

Tools

LIDO database

Flight planning software

Job 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 database
• Interface 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

Licenses & Certifications

Aircraftdispatcher Duties (preferred)

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