Flight Coordinator

LV Aero, LLC; Smyrna, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid sick leave

Vacation accrual

NRSA travel privileges

Leave of absence

Job summary

Contour is seeking a dedicated FAA Aircraft Dispatcher to support flight crew operations and preflight planning. You will ensure regulatory compliance, monitor flight progress, and coordinate with System Operations Control to maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, with efforts focused on on-time performance and safety in all operations.

Qualifications

• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate is required.
• Two years of dispatch experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain necessary clearances for FAA regulated operations.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities are essential.
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support flight crew with operational control of flights and preflight planning in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with System Operations Control to ensure safety-first flight operations.
• Plan flights considering winds and weather for safety and economy.
• Determine minimum fuel requirements and manage flight status information.
• Provide pilots with preflight briefings and current weather reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

FOS Scheduling system

Job description

Contour is a long-established aviation services company with a diverse range of capabilities. At Contour, our core values guide every action and decision. We are unwavering in our commitment to integrity and safety, which remains at the heart of all our business lines. Our team members exemplify an attitude of excellence, consistently striving to think like a customer. We believe there is strength in unity, and we work together as a team to achieve ambitious goals.

Full-Time Employee Benefits & Compensation Overview

As a full-time employee of Contour, you are eligible for the following benefits and programs:

Insurance

• Health, vision, and dental insurance, plus short/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance (effective the first day of the month following your hire date)

401(k) Savings Plan

• Eligibility begins the first day of the month following your hire date.
• The Company offers a matching contribution up to 6% of your eligible compensation.
• Enrollment guidelines and a 401(k) Enrollment Guide will be provided during onboarding.

Paid Sick Leave

• Accrual of up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year.
• Unused sick leave rolls over annually until your sick bank reaches 480 hours.

Vested Vacation Hours

• Eligible to receive vacation hours on January 1st following your hire date.
• These hours will be vested and available for use in accordance with Company policies.

Non-Revenue/Space Available (NRSA) Travel Privileges

• NRSA (non-revenue/space available) travel privileges on Contour upon hire and access to MyID Travel after 6 months of active service.

Leaves of Absence

Eligible for various types of leave, including:

• Medical Leave
• Non-Medical Family Care Leave
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Personal Leave

Detailed leave policies are outlined in the Contour Employee Handbook, which will be provided during onboarding.

Compensation Details

• Contour offers a competitive salary based on your prior work experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Contour is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Accommodations

Contour is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. If you require accommodations during the application or onboarding process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Join Our Growing Team

Our rapid growth has created exciting career opportunities. We invite you to become part of our family and contribute to our ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the flight crew members with operational control of flights and jointly responsible for the preflight planning and delay of flights in compliance with Federal Regulations and Contour Operations Specifications.
• Work closely with other divisions within System Operations Control to ensure that flight crewmembers maintain the Company's mission of safety above all.
• Plans flights considering the effects of enroute winds and weather, balancing safety, and economy.
• Determines the minimum fuel supply necessary for the safe completion of the flight including any required alternate airports.
• Provides pilot-in-command with preflight briefing including aircraft and flight status as well as providing all current reports or information on airport conditions and irregularities of navigation facilities and all available weather reports and forecasts for weather phenomena that may affect the safety of the flight.
• Monitors the progress of each flight.
• Issues necessary information for the safety of the flight.
• Cancel a flight if the flight cannot operate or continue to operate safely as planned or released.
• Responsible for rerouting or redirecting a flight based on economic considerations. This may include special routings, passenger convenience, and aircraft/flight crewmember utilization.
• Recommend flight plan alternatives.
• Coordinates aircraft diversions and recoveries.
• Negotiates with air traffic control for alternative routes and reductions in air traffic control delays.
• Provides operations expertise to the Maintenance Department and System Operations Control.
• Monitors and processes data provided by flight crewmembers and stations.
• Any other duty as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.
• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal history records check.
• Must understand, read, and write English.
• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Possess strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to handle interruptions and a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolutions skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate required
• A minimum of two (2) years’ dispatch experience is preferred.
• Extensive familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations, aeronautical charts, aviation weather, aircraft performance and flight planning
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft products such as Office 365, Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to utilize all available technology to create, edit and maintain all necessary information.
• FOS Scheduling system knowledge preferred
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.