Manager, Flight Crew Support Planning

Avelo Airlines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative airline is seeking a Manager for Flight Crew Support Planning to lead efforts in developing efficient crew schedules and staffing forecasts. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of air travel by ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of safety and excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with experience in airline operations and scheduling. Join a dynamic team committed to inspiring travel and making a significant impact in the aviation industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of airline planning/scheduling experience, including leadership.
• Knowledge of Part 117/Part 121 regulations and airline economics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure crew schedules meet regulatory and internal requirements.
• Develop crew pairings and manage training and checking events.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

OneNote

Adobe Acrobat

Crew Planning Software (AIMS, CAE, LIDO, Navblue)

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Description

On April 28, 2021, Avelo took flight as America’s first new airline in nearly 15 years – ushering in a new era of affordable, convenient, and reliable air travel. Founded and led by airline industry veteran, Andrew Levy, along with a team of world-class airline executives, we endeavored to build a different and better kind of airline with one mission in mind: “To inspire travel” and we’ve done so with industry-leading reliability and a caring Soul of Service. If you are looking for the opportunity to join a new and exciting airline that offers the chance to make your mark on aviation history, keep reading!

Job Type: Full-time

Purpose: The Manager, Flight Crew Support Planning will support Avelo’s Flight Crew Support and Network Planning Teams by collaborating on flight schedules, developing crew pairings, managing training and checking events, and working closely with Flight Operations, In-Flight Operations, and Network Planning to develop crew staffing forecasts. The role acts as a strategic liaison between Operational Control and Network Planning.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure all crew schedules meet regulatory and internal requirements, guided by our Safety Always value.
2. Review pairing efficiency, identify root causes of pairing breakage, and propose solutions.
3. Evaluate future schedules and determine staffing levels for a rolling twelve-month period.
4. Review and incorporate training and absence plans into staffing.
5. Develop crew pairings and bid lines to efficiently staff schedules monthly.
6. Ensure timely publication of crew bid lines and manage relevant systems.
7. Assist in developing crew OE, training, and checking events.
8. Evaluate crew scheduling outcomes and seek improvements while maintaining compliance.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
2. At least 3 years of airline planning/crew support/scheduling experience, with 1 year in a leadership role.
3. Knowledge of Part 117/Part 121 regulations, airline economics, and analysis.
4. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
5. Excellent presentation skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, and Adobe Acrobat.
7. Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).

X-factors

1. Critical Thinking: evaluates and selects optimal actions, identifies improvement opportunities.
2. Composed: responds purposefully under stress, ensuring safety and compliance.
3. Experience with crew planning software (AIMS, CAE, LIDO, Navblue, etc.).

May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities may change due to circumstances (e.g., emergencies, workload).

Avelo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Airlines and Aviation