Flight Follower

Kalitta Charters; Ypsilanti, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Medical and Dental Coverage

Job summary

Kalitta Charters II is seeking a Flight Follower based in Ypsilanti, MI (Willow Run Airport). The role supports safety and operational control under the Director of Operations, preparing flight releases, weather data, and runway analysis in line with 14 CFR Part 121.

The ideal candidate holds an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate and has 1+ year of Part 121/135 experience, with strong attention to detail, communication, and problem solving skills.

Qualifications

• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor status of planned and in-progress flights from origin to destination.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Kalitta Charters II specializes in scheduled and on-demand narrow-body freighter operations. In 2003, aviator and NHRA World Champion, Doug Kalitta, set out to provide a safe and reliable solution to a complex logistics problem. This problem entailed moving freight across the Americas for our customers… overnight!

Job Summary:

The Flight Follower’s primary responsibility is to the safety of flight. Flight Followers are delegated authority by the Director of Operations to exercise operational control jointly with the pilot in command IAW 14 CFR Part 121 Supplemental rules. Flight Followers prepare and distribute domestic and international flight releases, runway analysis, and weather data in accordance with existing policies and procedures.

Functions/Responsibilities

• Monitor the status of planned and in progress flights from the point of origin to the final destination
• Release flights in accordance with all Kalitta Charters II applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Collect and disseminate weather and aeronautical information to the PIC by preparing flight plans
• Ensure all ground handling, deicing, fuel, landing/departure slots, and landing/overfly permits are in order before releasing a flight
• Identify, anticipate, and take corrective action to minimize actual/potential delays due to weather, scheduling, operations, crew legality, and maintenance issues
• Advise appropriate personnel of potential/actual delays and conditions affecting the safety of the flight
• Coordinate with Maintenance Control to ensure that MEL/CDL limitations or restrictions are evaluated and complied with
• Determine airport suitability/risk assessment

Qualifications

• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
• 1+ year(s) experience as a Part 121/135 Flight Follower/Dispatcher
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and company manual systems
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license

Shift Requirements

• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays
• Ability to work 8, 10, 12 hour shifts
• Work schedules will vary as Kalitta Charters II operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year
• Quarterly Schedule Bid

Location Requirements

• Position based in Ypsilanti, MI at Willow Run Airport (YIP)
• There is no ability to work remotely
• There will be no relocation package for this position
• A hotel may be provided for up to 2 weeks during relocation

Other Requirements

• Candidate must pass DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA compliant background check
• High School Diploma or GED
• Intermediate Computer & MS Office skills

Compensation

• Established pay scale including yearly performance based increases

Benefits

• Employer Provided:
  • Short Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Travel Assistance Program
  • Fidelity 401K with match
• Employee Elective:
  • BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options
  • Dental PPO
  • Prescription
  • EyeMed - Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Met Law Coverage
  • Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance