Flight Dispatcher (Greater Chicago Area)

United Airlines; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Flight privileges

Job summary

United Airlines seeks a Dispatcher to ensure safe, legal and efficient operation of flights from Arlington Heights, IL. You will work with the Pilot in Command to release flights, monitor progress, and manage changes during irregular or emergency situations.

Qualifications include FAA Dispatcher Certificate, 1 year airline ops, and ability to work any shift. This role offers profit sharing potential and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate is required.
• 1 year of Airline Operations experience.
• Ability to work any shift, including holidays.
• DOT background and drug screen clearance required.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the flight release and monitor flight progress.
• Analyze meteorological information and fuel requirements.
• Update the PIC on significant changes to the flight plan.
• Maintain qualification per FAA and United Airlines requirements.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Operations Planning and Meteorology.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Detail oriented

Written and verbal communication

Ability to work any shift includinghol

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Come join us to create whats next. Lets define tomorrow, together.

Description

Our Network Operations team works around the clock running United's global operation, safely, reliably and efficiently. From dispatching and routing our fleet to coordinating with maintenance line planning and crew scheduling, this team makes caring connections with your internal customers and ultimately, United's customers. From pushback to landing, the Network Operations team is the eyes and ears on the ground no matter where in the world your United flight takes you.

This position is physically located in Arlington Heights, IL

Key Responsibilities

The Dispatcher is responsible for joint operational control with the Pilot in Command to ensure the safe, legal, and efficient operation of United Airlines flights in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and Company Manuals. The successful candidate possesses strong organizational skillsand is detail oriented. Additionally, strong written and verbalcommunication skills accompanied by a high work ethic are a must.

• Prepares the flight release
• Monitors flight progress
• Analyzes and disseminates meteorological information, reviews maintenance limitations and calculates the amount of fuel required for safe flight
• Updates the pilot in command of significant changes to the flight plan and provides assistance during irregular and emergency situations
• Maintains qualification and competency in accordance with FAA and UAL requirements
• Interacts with other United Airlines' departments including Maintenance Control, Operations Planning and Meteorology

Qualifications

Whats needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High school diploma, GED or education equivalent
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
• 1 year of Airline Operations experience
• Must be able to work any shift/any day including holidays
• Must pass DOT background and DOT drug screen
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 1 year of FAR Part 121 Dispatch or closely relevant experience (i.e. Pilot, ATC, etc.)
• International Dispatch experience
• Experience working as a dispatcher for another airline

The starting rate for this role is $7,671.00 per month

This is also a bonus eligible position (i.e. profit sharing).

We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement).

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]