Flight Ops Scheduling Manager - Lead 5-6 Scheduling Team

California Aeronautical University; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

California Aeronautical University in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Flight Operations Scheduling Manager to lead our scheduling team and oversee the daily coordination of student pilots, instructors, and aircraft availability.

You will manage a team of 5-6 schedulers, balance competing priorities, and ensure an exceptional student experience and instructor productivity through precise, proactive scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising a scheduling team.
• Experience managing multiple schedules and priorities.
• Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent phone, email, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5-6 Flight Operations Schedulers
• Manage complex scheduling for students, instructors, aircraft, and training resources
• Ensure efficient utilization of instructors and aircraft while maintaining an exceptional student experience
• Resolve scheduling conflicts and operational challenges with professionalism and urgency
• Maintain accurate scheduling records and reporting
• Serve as a key point of contact for scheduling-related inquiries and escalations

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

California Aeronautical University in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Flight Operations Scheduling Manager to lead our scheduling team and oversee the daily coordination of student pilots, instructors, and aircraft availability.

You will manage a team of 5-6 schedulers, balance competing priorities, and ensure an exceptional student experience and instructor productivity through precise, proactive scheduling.