Loadmaster

National Airlines; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Airlines in Orlando, FL is seeking a Loadmaster to oversee cargo operations for 747 aircraft. You will direct loading/offloading, verify weight and balance, prepare manifests, and ensure proper labeling and tie‑downs.

The role requires aviation background, strong math and documentation skills, and the ability to work with HazMat when necessary. You will interact with the cockpit, review safety procedures, and ensure compliance with loading procedures.

Qualifications

• Aviation background with experience on heavy jet aircraft preferred.
• Basic math and writing skills are required.
• Ability to comply with weight and balance and cargo placement directions.
• Analytical skills and good judgment/decision making.
• Ability to complete computerized weight and balance.
• Ability to operate machinery.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises loading and offloading of the aircraft.
• Reviews restraints and advises Maintenance for corrections.
• Verifies voided/unusable loading positions are secured.
• Prepares weight and balance documents for flights.
• Confirms load and ULD contour and proper tagging.
• Ensures proper tie‑down per manuals and instructions.
• Checks pallets, containers, nets, and straps for condition.
• Calculates weight/ balance and signs the load manifest.
• Accepts HazMat and frangible load requirements as applicable.
• Operates and supervises cargo handling system.

Skills

Aviation background

Basic math and writing

Weight and balance compliance

Analytical skills and judgment

Computerized weight and balance

Operate machinery

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Internet Explorer

Job description

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over‑sized, time‑sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747‑400 and A330 aircraft to accomplish its missions.

Job Title

Loadmaster

Department

Operations

Reports To

Chief Loadmaster

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Summary

Loads freight onto the organization’s 747 aircraft in accordance with Cargo Operations and Weight and Balance Manuals, ensuring proper weight and balance for the aircraft type and accuracy of paperwork handed off to aircraft crews.

Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority

• Directs and supervises the loading and offloading of the aircraft
• Reviews the location of any missing restraint (Beartrap, side lock, etc.) and advises Maintenance for any corrections
• Physically verifies that all voided/unusable loading positions, both on the main deck and lower deck, are in the locked/up position (secured to prevent movement of ULD both forward and aft)
• Prepares or supervises the operations of cargo weight and balance documents related to the operation of the flight, including determining any limitations resulting from a missing or inoperative cargo handling/restraint system and its components
• Confirms load and proper ULD contour
• Ensures ULDs for loading are properly tagged and labeled
• Confirms proper tie‑down as per the aircraft and STC manufacturers’ Weight and Balance Manuals and Special Loading instructions
• Determines the serviceability: pallet, container, nets, and straps should be examined by the Loading Supervisor for gouges, depressions, delaminated panels, cracked edge rails, bowing, and missing corners and rivets to meet company requirements and standards
• Calculates the weight and balance and restraint of cargo and signs the load manifest
• Accepts and handles HazMat and frangible load requirements
• Operates and supervises aircraft cargo handling system
• Ensures the weight of cargo loaded aboard the airplane is accurate
• Ensures Tail Stand is being properly used
• Visually inspects the aircraft for possible damage caused by ground support equipment
• Takes paperwork to the cockpit, including the Load Manifest and HazMat Notification (when applicable)
• Signs both copies of the Load Manifest after the aircraft is loaded, verifies that the aircraft was loaded in compliance with the company’s loading procedures
• Verifies all pallet locks are properly installed and in the locked position
• Provides both copies of the signed Load Manifest to the Captain for their review and signature and requests the flight crew return one copy of the signed load manifest and signed dispatch release for mailing to the company’s headquarters

Qualifications

• Aviation background with experience on heavy jet aircraft preferred
• Basic math and writing skills
• Ability to comply with weight and balance and cargo placement directions
• Analytical skills and good judgment/decision making
• Ability to complete computerized weight and balance
• Ability to operate machinery

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

• Ability to comply with weight and balance, cargo placement directions.
• Experience with heavy jet commercial aircraft (B777/B747 preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous or currently qualified on B747 freighter Loadmaster or other wide body aircraft
• Experience in freight build‑up and load planning

Mental Requirements

• Ability to summarize and effectively present information to customers.
• Ability to work on problems of moderate scope and analyze data/situations.

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.

Physical Demands

• Moderate activity handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. (Medium)
• Frequently moves and distributes passenger luggage.
• Constantly positions self to work in warehouse environments.
• Works inside aircraft during aircraft provisioning process and during boarding process.
• Works inside the ramp‑side storage area managing aircraft supply inventory.
• Exposed to outside weather ranging from tropical heat/humidity to northern tier cold/ice.

Travel / Other Requirements

• Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
• Valid, unrestricted passport with ability to travel in/out of the United States.

Equal Opportunity Statement

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.

Safety Management System

National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.