Aviation Operations Coordinator

Entergy; Kenner (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking an Aviation Operations Specialist in Louisiana to coordinate UAS, helicopter, and fixed-wing flights for utility patrols and airspace releases. You will serve as a central coordinator for aviation operations and support safety through effective scheduling, weather assessment, and flight planning with pilots and teams.

The role requires strong FAA regulation knowledge and hands-on experience in flight scheduling, dispatch, and operations coordination.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in aviation operations, flight scheduling or dispatch with multiple aircraft types.
• Experience coordinating with pilots, maintenance, or operational teams preferred.
• Basic understanding of FAA regulations and aviation operations, including flight planning and dispatching processes.

Responsibilities

• Release and deconflict aviation assets (helicopters, UAS, fixed-wing) for safe routine and non-routine patrols.
• Communicate flight details with pilots to confirm weather, routes, and objectives for flight releases.
• Share safety responsibility with Pilot in Command and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee and direct flight operations to meet safety and efficiency goals.
• Delay or cancel flights if conditions are unsafe or risk safety.

Skills

FAA regulations

Flight scheduling

Aircraft operations coordination

Communication with pilots

UAS Part 107

ForeFlight

TracPlus

Tools

MyAir Flight Scheduling Software

ForeFlight

Drone Logbooks

TracPlus

Concur Travel System

Amex GBT

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Entergy is seeking an Aviation Operations Specialist in Louisiana to coordinate UAS, helicopter, and fixed-wing flights for utility patrols and airspace releases. You will serve as a central coordinator for aviation operations and support safety through effective scheduling, weather assessment, and flight planning with pilots and teams.

The role requires strong FAA regulation knowledge and hands-on experience in flight scheduling, dispatch, and operations coordination.