Scheduler Dispatcher

Bombardier; Windsor Locks (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking an experienced aviation scheduling professional to coordinate daily aircraft schedules and crew assignments. You will evaluate trip requests, monitor FAA compliance, and work with maintenance to integrate maintenance into operating plans.

The role requires knowledge of FAA regulations, experience with aviation scheduling systems, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FAA regulations and crew scheduling requirements.
• Experience with aviation scheduling and flight planning systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and manage competing priorities.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education, preferred.
• 2+ years of aviation scheduling, dispatch, flight operations, or related experience, preferred.
• Experience supporting Part 91, Part 121, Part 125, or Part 135 operations, preferred.
• Familiarity with FL3XX or similar aviation scheduling platforms, preferred.
• Dispatch certification or aviation-related education, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily, weekly, and long-range aircraft schedules.
• Evaluate trip requests and aircraft availability.
• Coordinate crew assignments and monitor FAA compliance requirements.
• Manage schedule changes resulting from operational disruptions, weather, maintenance, and customer needs.
• Coordinate trip support services including fuel, catering, ground transportation, lodging, and airport handling.
• Monitor aircraft status, NOTAMs, airport restrictions, and operational conditions.
• Partner with Maintenance to integrate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance into operating plans.
• Communicate operational updates and schedule changes to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate operational records and support Safety Management System initiatives.

Skills

FAA regulations

Aviation scheduling

Flight planning

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

FL3XX

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Coordinate daily, weekly, and long-range aircraft schedules.
• Evaluate trip requests and aircraft availability.
• Coordinate crew assignments and monitor FAA compliance requirements.
• Manage schedule changes resulting from operational disruptions, weather, maintenance, and customer needs.
• Coordinate trip support services including fuel, catering, ground transportation, lodging, and airport handling.
• Monitor aircraft status, NOTAMs, airport restrictions, and operational conditions.
• Partner with Maintenance to integrate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance into operating plans.
• Communicate operational updates and schedule changes to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate operational records and support Safety Management System initiatives.

How to thrive in this role?

• Knowledge of FAA regulations and crew scheduling requirements.
• Experience with aviation scheduling and flight planning systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and manage competing priorities.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods, in support of business and operational needs.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education, preferred.
• 2+ years of aviation scheduling, dispatch, flight operations, or related experience, preferred.
• Experience supporting Part 91, Part 121, Part 125, or Part 135 operations, preferred.
• Familiarity with FL3XX or similar aviation scheduling platforms, preferred.
• Dispatch certification or aviation-related education, preferred.

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.