Flight Planning Support - Operations Specialist

American Airlines; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Perks

Health Benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) Program

Employee Discounts

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking a Specialist – Flight Planning Support to provide 24-hour flight planning, NOTAM review, and route database maintenance at the Integrated Operations Center near DFW. You will collaborate with flight dispatchers and ATC agencies, developing routes for standard and nonstandard operations while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations.

The role requires 3 years in flight operations, a relevant degree or equivalent experience, and familiarity with NOTAMs, ICAO

Qualifications

• 3 years of recent experience working in a flight operations environment for an air carrier, large corporate or military entity or directly supporting an operational database.
• Associate's degree or higher in Science, Aviation or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Experience with database technologies.
• Knowledge of flight planning or advanced navigation techniques.
• Familiarity with EUROCONTROL IFPS, CFMU, and RAD.
• Experience with ICAO NOTAM and government aeronautical publications.
• A second language.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour flight planning support to flight dispatchers.
• Create daily optimized routes by using route planning technology.
• Create and maintain company database routes as procedures change.
• Create on-request routes to avoid enroute hazards.
• Develop routes for nonstandard operations including emergency diversions, maintenance, and ferry and charter flights.
• Review and edit NOTAMs and adjust the company database to reflect those NOTAMs.
• Troubleshoot issues related to route planning and flight plan filing.
• Communicate with domestic and international ATC agencies regarding flight plan rejections or route compatibility.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Science, Aviation or Computer Science

Tools

Database technologies

Flight planning systems

Job description

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Flight Planning Support- OperationsSpecialist Posting Start Date: 9/14/26

Location:Integrated Operations Ctr (DFW-SV02)
Cities:Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID:88223

Job Description

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

• The role is a part of the Flight Planning Support (FPS) team within the Flight Dispatch Technical group located at the Integrated Operations Center (IOC) located close to the DFW airport.
• The Specialist – Flight Planning Support (FPS) provides 24-hour flight planning, NOTAM and navigation database support services for American and Envoy Airlines. This role is a member of a team of PAFCA represented operations specialists.
• FPS is currently transitioning from the legacy FOS flight planning to a new state of the art system. We need people who embrace change and love to be challenged.

What you'll do

This list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed when operationally necessary, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. Please contact [e-mail] should you wish to request an accommodation.
• Provide 24-hour flight planning support to flight dispatchers
• Create daily optimized routes by using route planning technology
• Create and maintain company database routes as procedures change
• Create on-request routes to avoid enroute hazards
• Develop routes for nonstandard operations including emergency diversions, maintenance, and ferry and charter flights
• Review and edit Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) and adjust the company database to reflect those NOTAMs
• Troubleshoot issues related to route planning and flight plan filing
• Communicate with various domestic and international ATC agencies with regards to flight plan rejections or route compatibility issues
• Maintain company database records related to flight planning including routes, airways, Standard Instrument Departure (SID), Standard Terminal Arrival Procedure (STAR), Air Traffic Control (ATC) filing addresses, airports, and blocking data
• Build records for any new cities or markets into which the company expands
• Monitor for special use airspace (SUA) activity via appropriate automation application
• Secure and maintain overflight permits for scheduled and non-scheduled flights
• Maintain the database for daily departure fix balancing
• Test and evaluate new flight planning systems and other software
• Update navigational databases for each Aeronautical Information Regulation and Control (AIRAC) cycle
• General Functions
  • Report to position on time, as scheduled, and at assigned station or location, including mandatory overtime requirements, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays
  • Adhere to company scheduling policies (e.g., maximum hours one can work)
  • Adhere to government regulations (e.g., DOT, FAA, TSA) including FAA Operations Specifications
  • Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standards
  • Perform all functions in accordance with safety procedures and policies
  • Fulfill all training requirements

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience

• 3 years of recent experience working in a flight operations environment for an air carrier, large corporate or military entity or directly supporting an operational database

Preferred Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience

• Associate's degree or higher in Science, Aviation or Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Experience with database technologies
• Knowledge of flight planning or advanced navigation techniques
• Familiarity with EUROCONTROL IFPS, CFMU, and RAD
• Experience with ICAO NOTAM and government aeronautical publications
• A second language

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Current licensed airman with FAA Flight Dispatcher, Pilot, Navigator or Air Traffic Control license or military equivalent
• FPS is looking for self-motivated individuals with strong analytical skills and attention to detail

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

Cities:Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID:88223

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