Dispatch Manager Flight Operations

Pacific-Aviation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pacific Aviation, a leading airport-handling provider, seeks a Flight Operations Manager to mentor and lead our flight operations team. You will direct flight operation and control activities across regional stations and ensure safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

Five years in Flight Operations, FAA Flight Dispatch License, and knowledge of flight planning software are required. The role offers a challenging environment with rotating shifts and opportunities to advance operational

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in Flight Operations.
• FAA Flight Dispatch License required.
• Knowledge of flight planning and weather briefing software.
• Training in CFR 14 Parts 121/129/135 and 14 Part 120/40.
• Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate flight operation and control activities through Dispatchers and staff.
• Over-see preparation and filing of computerized Flight and ATC plans for international flights.
• Provide weather/operational briefings to flight crews and analyze NOTAMs.
• Liaise with management, clients, vendors, airports and authorities for compliance.
• Manage and develop Flight Dispatch and Weight & Balance personnel.
• Prepare staff work schedules and reports; assist budget and payroll.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Under pressure

Team development

Education

FAA Flight Dispatch License

Tools

SITA/ARINC/LIDO/JEPPESEN/SABER

Job description

Pacific Aviation is a leading airport-handling provider dedicated to providing exceptional service for some of the world’s finest airlines. By developing and growing our people, we know that our team members are the reason for our 30-year plus success record. We currently support three west coast major airports (LAX, SFO, & SEA) and are looking to expand to more locations across the U.S.

At Pacific Aviation we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them and believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We thrive on our varied backgrounds and perspectives for the benefit of our employees, our services, and our community. All candidates for hire, promotion and performance are evaluated on the basis of merit alone.

About the position:

Pacific Aviation is looking for a Flight Operations Manager to support and mentor our team.

Flight Operations

• Directs and coordinates through Flight Dispatcher's and subordinate personnel, flight operation and control activities

of regional stations.

Experience required

• Experience of Five years in Flight Operations

• FAA Flight Dispatch License
• Knowledge of SITA/ARINC/LIDO/JEPPESEN/SABER communication/ flight planning software preferred
• Per carrier assignment, training required in CFR 14 PART 121, 129,135, CFR 14 PART 120, CFR 49 PART 40
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies/ Airports
• Capable to perform aircraft performance

• Strong Leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional problem - solving skills
• Ability to prioritize functions, work efficiently and manage time
• Ability to work under pressure
• Available to work, rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
• Responsible for the safety of the flights
• Over-see preparation/filing of computerized Flight and ATC plans for International; Trans-Pacific/ Atlantic Flights
• Provide full weather/ operational briefing to flight crews, analyze weather NOTAMS and ATC data to ensure safe operations and compliance with Airline SOP's
• Oversee and manage Flight Operations and Weight & Balance departments
• Liaise with Upper Management, Clients, Vendors, Airport and Government Authorities to ensure station activities are in compliance with Federal, State, Company and Airline regulations
• Manage and develop personnel (Flight Dispatch and Weight & Balance) to maximize operational performance in areas of on-time performance, staffing, training and safety
• Administrative duties include preparation of staff work schedules to obtain optimum utilization of human resources and facilities
• Prepare and submit reports pertaining to flight operations, payroll and Client billing
• Operate within the budget

Salary: $80k - 85K with a bonus potential based on performance

Full time - Available to work and train on rotating shifts, holidays and weekends to cover the operational needs
Medical , Dental, Vision benefits

401k with company match

Paid Time Off