Airline Flight Dispatch Specialist

ALASKA AIRLINES PILOTS CHARITABLE FUND; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free stand-by travel privileges on [Al

Comprehensive well-being programs (Med

Generous 401k match program

Annual bonus plans

Generous holiday and paid time off

Job summary

Horizon Air is seeking a flight dispatch professional to execute preflight planning, release, and flight following for company aircraft within Horizon Air’s route structure. This union-represented role emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance in every flight operation.

The position requires validation of FAA dispatch credentials, strong knowledge of FAR rules and weather, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid FAA Aircraft Dispatcher's Certificate.
• Sound working knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, weather, and technical dispatch skills.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 23.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch Horizon Air aircraft operated under 14 CFR Part 121 rules in accordance with 14 CFR Part 121 regulations, Company Operations Specifications, and Company procedure collecting and disseminating information needed to plan and conduct flights safely.
• Plan each flight departure with primary emphasis on safety, compliance, and efficiency.
• Monitor and evaluate airport conditions, airways, communication facilities, and NOTAMs for flight release preparation, flight following, and operational control decision making.
• Monitor information concerning weather trends and airport conditions and anticipate changing conditions that affect aircraft operations.
• Monitor progress of all flights governed under FAR Part 91 and 121.
• Dispatch, delay, reroute, divert, and over-fly Company aircraft in accordance with applicable 14 CFR regulations and Company policy.
• Brief flight crews on meteorological conditions, airways, MELs, NOTAMs, and information as required for safe and efficient completion of flights.
• Brief flight crews and station operations regarding fuel and aircraft pay loads, aircraft conditions, and routings concerning aircraft operation.
• Monitor dispatch systems for proper functionality and accurate data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

FAA Part 121 knowledge

English communication

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Horizon Air is seeking a flight dispatch professional to execute preflight planning, release, and flight following for company aircraft within Horizon Air’s route structure. This union-represented role emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance in every flight operation.

The position requires validation of FAA dispatch credentials, strong knowledge of FAR rules and weather, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.