Airline Jobs Updated 10/20/26
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Welcome to the North American Flight Control (NAFC) jobs page. Here, you can find different job opportunities at airlines around the United States, compensation rates for different airlines and interview preparation! We have posted additional sections for crew scheduling and operations management opportunities as well!
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Airline Dispatch Pay
Industry Compensation
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Airline Dispatch Jobs
Flight Dispatcher- Usa Jet Airlines
Responsibilities
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The Flight Follower/Dispatcher will be responsible for controlling all aircraft operations under direct authority of the Director of Operations to assure the highest level of efficiency, safety, and customer service. Reporting to the Director of Flight Following, they will exercise the functions of operational control of all flight operations and immediately advise the Director of Operations of any possible variances in the General Operations Manual, FAR’s or normal operations.
- Schedule, assign and control all aircraft utilization.
- Coordinate all maintenance discrepancies with Maintenance Department.
- Schedule crews to assure proper equipment coverage, utilization and time control within established policies and applicable regulations.
- Execute flight release and other flight documents as required with the pilot-in-command in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.
- Maintain constant vigilance of restrictive meteorological conditions as they apply to company operations and advise all departments of recommended course of action as conditions dictate.
- Track all aircraft and crew status.
- Report and record all irregularities, which involve safety or emergency measures as specified in the General Operations Manual.
Flight Dispatcher- United Airlines
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The Dispatcher is responsible for joint operational control with the Pilot in Command to ensure the safe, legal, and efficient operation of United Airlines flights in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and Company Manuals. The successful candidate possesses strong organizational skills and is detail oriented. Additionally, strong written and verbal communication skills accompanied by a high work ethic are a must.
· Prepares the flight release
· Monitors flight progress
· Analyzes and disseminates meteorological information, reviews maintenance limitations and calculates the amount of fuel required for safe flight
· Updates the pilot in command of significant changes to the flight plan and provides assistance during irregular and emergency situations
· Maintains qualification and competency in accordance with FAA and UAL requirements
· Interacts with other United Airlines’ departments including Maintenance Control, Operations Planning and Meteorology
Flight Dispatcher- ABX Air
Responsibilities
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- The Dispatcher will be responsible for domestic and international flight release preparation; weather observations; prepare weather briefings; determine and order fuel; calculate payload; in-flight monitoring and debrief each flight; ensure all flights assigned are prepared; advise of any operational problems pertaining to assigned flights; communicate and coordinate deviations to plan with System Control, Maintenance Control and crews; coordinate operations with Airport Management, customers, and handlers; able work variable schedule to include 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift, with variable days off during the week.
Flight Dispatcher- ATI Airlines
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- Prepares domestic and international flight releases in compliance with all FAA regulations and ATI’s specifications. Files flight plan with all necessary ATC units and confirms receipt. Provides Flight Crew, prior to departure and while in flight, with all information necessary for dispatching a flight including weather forecasts, airport conditions, navigational aid status, and NOTAMS.
- Determines fuel load.
- Calculates max payload. If there is a change in the “Max Payload” on a flight, notifies the Supervisor and System Control immediately
- In-flight monitoring and debriefing of each assigned flight. Before completing duty shift, ensures that all active flights have been properly passed to another qualified Flight Follower on the next shift, and that any delays or abnormal situations have been thoroughly communicated.
Flight Follower -Kalitta Charters II
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Job Summary:
The Flight Follower’s primary responsibility is to the safety of flight. Flight Followers are delegated authority by the Director of Operations to exercise operational control jointly with the pilot in command IAW 14 CFR Part 121 Supplemental rules. Flight Followers prepare and distribute domestic and international flight releases, runway analysis, and weather data in accordance with existing policies and procedures.
Functions/Responsibilities
- Monitor the status of planned and in progress flights from the point of origin to the final destination
- Release flights in accordance with all Kalitta Charters II applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Collect and disseminate weather and aeronautical information to the PIC by preparing flight plans
- Ensure all ground handling, deicing, fuel, landing/departure slots, and landing/overfly permits are in order before releasing a flight
- Identify, anticipate, and take corrective action to minimize actual/potential delays due to weather, scheduling, operations, crew legality, and maintenance issues
- Advise appropriate personnel of potential/actual delays and conditions affecting the safety of the flight
- Coordinate with Maintenance Control to ensure that MEL/CDL limitations or restrictions are evaluated and complied with
Lead Flight Follower -Grid Iron Air
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Serve as the on-shift point of authority for the Flight Following team in the Directors’s absence, managing day-to-day operations and providing guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training to Flight Followers.
· Analyze, plan, brief, and conduct flight following for assigned trips — including routing, fuel planning, NOTAMs, weather, ground handling, and logistics — coordinating with the PIC on fuel, alternates, aircraft performance, and MEL restrictions.
· Execute and file flight releases, ensuring all required weather data, NOTAMs, airport analysis, and crew briefings on aircraft/mechanical status are complete and accurate; review releases prepared by team members for compliance.
· Monitor all flights in progress (departures, arrivals, diversions, ATC delays, mechanical/maintenance issues) and act as first point of escalation for irregularities, looping in the Manager or DO as needed.
· Maintain qualifications to conduct Flight Follower qualification training and competency checks.
· Support process development, documentation, and operational projects as required
· Coordinate with Maintenance Control on scheduled/unscheduled maintenance and irregular operations affecting aircraft routing.
Flight Follower- Western Global Airlines
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- Update and maintain flight schedule database
- Monitors each flight with respect to the following:
- Departure of the flight from the place or origin and arrival at the place or destination, including intermediate stops and any diversions from the intended flight and/or route to be flown.
- Maintenance and mechanical delays encountered at places of origin, destination, and intermediate stops.
- Any known conditions that may adversely affect the safety of flight.
- Responsible for ensuring that the required data, as defined in WGA’s approved/accepted manuals, is prepared and provided to crewmembers prior to departure. This includes, but is not limited to, the required weather reports, NOTAMS, weight and balance, airport analysis, etc.
Airline Crew Scheduling Jobs
Crew Scheduling Specific Jobs
Crew scheduling plays an important role within an airline control center! Crew schedulers are integral to the airlines daily successes by sourcing crewmembers as irregularities impact the daily operation.
Crew Scheduler -Republic Airways
- Ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulations, Union contracts, and Company policies
- Assign all flights to a legal and qualified crew for an on-time departure
- Coordinate quick recovery of open flying due to irregular operations, crewmember call-offs, management removals, and legalities
- Anticipate operational disruptions and propose cost-effective solutions
- Implement time-sensitive decisions to solve disruptions to the daily flight schedule
- Coordinate with dispatchers and support departments to resolve operational issues
- Ensure changes to the published schedule are communicated to crewmembers in a timely manner
- Assist with on-the-job training of new hire crew schedulers
- Provide 24/7 support to Pilots and Flight Attendants by processing sick calls, trip trade and drop requests, general schedule inquiries, and other daily schedule modifications
Crew Scheduler - PSA Airlines
- Create and modify crew schedules to resolve all conflicts created by weather, maintenance, and crew issues by exercising decision-making skills that comply with all applicable FAA regulations, CBA, and company policies while using resources efficiently.
- Interact with crew members and process daily absences, operation reassignments, crew swaps, and crew movement
- Resolve flight crew legality problems and rest requirements based on appropriate regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Maintain the integrity of the flight schedule by ensuring all segments have been assigned to a legal crew.
- Provide a high level of attention to detail and precise communication to crew members about schedule changes.
- Build all open crew member segments into trips and cover for current day.
- Make last-minute changes to crew hotel reservations/cancellations and transportation arrangements, as necessary, during daily operations.
- Book crew members on deadhead flights when needed
- Monitor crew members check-in status to assure coverage
- Communicate with Crew Scheduling Coordinators, Dispatch Coordinators and Maintenance Supervisors regarding daily operational concerns to resolve any operational issues.
Crew Scheduler- Frontier Airlines
- Monitor and maintain federal legality and contractual compliance of flight crew member schedules for a 24 hour/7-day operation.
- Coordinate with other System Operations Control (SOC) personnel, Flight Operations and Inflight management to ensure a safe, efficient and cost-effective operation.
- Effectively communicate with crew members regarding federal regulations, CBA compliance, reassignments and accommodations.
- Assign uncovered flying in accordance with federal regulations, contract rules, crewmember qualifications and established company policy and procedure.
- Confirm monthly schedule integrity by processing flight crew member requests, leave of absence coding and required training events.
- Utilize multiple and varied software systems to complete assigned tasks.
Airline Operations Management Jobs
Ops Management Specific Jobs
Looking to beef up your resume with a leadership or Operations Management opportunities? Check out these jobs!
SOC Operations Coordinator- Sun Country Airlines
Purpose of Position
Sun Country Airlines is seeking a SOC Operations Coordinator to work alongside the SOC Duty Manager and collaborate with multiple SOC departments to develop and implement daily operations plans that are both effective and efficient.
The SOC Ops Coordinator will assist the SOC Duty Manager with routine operational tasks including maintaining FLIFO, delay posting, tail swaps, IROP management, and internal/external communications. In addition, they are responsible for the efficient routing of aircraft based on daily flight schedule, route requirements, and planned maintenance. They will regularly interact with the Flight Dispatchers, Crew Schedulers, Maintenance Controllers, Maintenance Planners, Airport and Charter Operations personnel, as well as Crewmembers.
Manager SOC Standards- Sun Country Airlines
Purpose of Position
Sun Country Airlines is seeking a Manager of SOC Standards to be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining standardized SOC processes, procedures, training programs, and career development pathways that support safe, efficient, and compliant airline operations. This role provides leadership for the Duty Manager and SOC Coordinator teams and partners closely with SOC departmental leaders to align policies, procedures, manuals, checklists, training materials, and merger and acquisition readiness activities across all areas of the System Operations Control organization, including Dispatch, Crew Scheduling, Crew Travel, Maintenance Control, Maintenance Planning, AOG, Station Support, and other operational support functions.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve SOC policies, procedures, manuals, checklists, and quick reference materials to support safe, compliant, and efficient daily operations.
- Design and maintain initial, recurrent, and career development training curriculum for Duty Manager and SOC Coordinator teams, including daily operations management, irregular operations, emergency response, security, safety, applicable manuals, crew scheduling rules, delay management, and leadership development.
- Conduct initial and recurrent training for SOC Duty Managers and SOC Coordinators, ensuring training content remains current, practical, and aligned with operational needs.
- Implement new or revised policies and procedures in coordination with the Sr. Director, SOC and applicable SOC department leaders.
- Serve as the owner and primary steward of the SOC Manual, ensuring content is accurate, current, and aligned with regulatory, operational, and company requirements.
- Serve as the owner and primary steward of the Delay Management Manual, including updates, communication, training, and operational implementation.
- Develop and maintain significant event call procedures, operational escalation guidance, and related checklists used during irregular operations and high-impact events.
- Support the Emergency Response Manager with SOC checklist maintenance, training alignment, and readiness activities.
- Partner with SOC departments, including Dispatch, Crew Scheduling, Crew Travel, Maintenance Control, Maintenance Planning, AOG, Station Support, and other operational teams, to ensure training and procedural guidance reflects current cross-functional processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve standardization, knowledge retention, process discipline, and communication across the SOC.
Dispatch Shift Manager - Frontier Airlines
Purpose of Position
- Manage daily maintenance of the dispatcher work schedule to include sick call coverage, shift trade processing, and overtime assignment in accordance with Company and Collective Bargaining Agreement policies, including management of adjustments in the payroll tracking system and approval of overtime.
- Maintain authority to ground any flight deemed necessary in the interest of safety or operational need.
- Oversee dispatchers in daily operations and act as focal point of Dispatch Resource Management to ensure positive flow of information within System Operations Control.
- Coordinate with the SOC Shift Manager while on duty and assist with the operation and execution of the daily flight schedule.
- Act as company liaison to Air Traffic Control, to include slot swapping and slot optimization for the airline.
- Coordinate with ATC System Command Center Tactical Customer Advocate to mitigate delays and other impact from terminal and airspace flow control programs.
- Maintain high awareness of system weather and Air Traffic Control concerns that may generate operational impact. Analyze the impact potential and develop recommendations to both the SOC Shift Manager and Dispatchers to minimize impact to flight operations.
- Actively monitor dispatch workload and desk balance of flight releases. Re-distribute flight workload as needed, particularly in times of irregular operations.
- Manage routine audits and quality control monitoring to ensure standardization and compliance of the Dispatch and Load Planning products.
- Supervise Aircraft Dispatchers in performance of their duties to include company policies, procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
Charter Flight Coordinator - Alpine Air Express
Purpose of Position
The selected applicant will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:
- Bidding for charter/ad-hoc routes with various customers
- Tracking airplane takeoff and landing times; monitor aircraft in flight using software tools
- Enhance safety of pilots by monitoring flights to ensure safe arrivals
- Fielding communication from pilots
- Logging flight information
- Entering flight information into flight following database, FlightDocs
- Observe safety and FAA regulations
- Additional duties as assigned
Aircraft Router- Frontier Airlines
Purpose of Position
The Aircraft Routing (ARC) is responsible for routing the Frontier fleet in coordination with the needs of all operational departments. The ARC will maximize efficiency through the routing of aircraft to meet maintenance, crew, airport, weather and operational needs.
Essential Functions
In conjunction with and under the supervision of the Sr System Operations Control Mgr, the Aircraft Routing Coordinator will route the Frontier fleet of aircraft to meet all maintenance, crew, airport and operational needs.
- Initially assign and change tails assignments for all flights, adjusting all routings to maximize operational efficiency to the greatest extent possible.
- Coordinator fleet routing to meet all scheduled and future maintenance requirements.
- Manage day-of routing to maximize operational and on-time efficiency, including crew routing and connections, airport operations’ needs, to reduce delays to the greatest extent possible.
- Coordinate the movement and routing of all cancellations, extra sections, charter flights and any additional/unscheduled operations.
- Maintain constant communication with all operational departments regarding aircraft availability and needs.
Senior Manager SOC Operations- Frontier Airlines
Purpose of Position
- Ensure that all Frontier flight operations are conducted in a safe manner, compliant with all applicable FARS, contractual obligations and company procedures.
- Assist Sr. Director, System Operations Control with command-and-control of day-to-day operations.
- Monitor all flight and operational activity, coordinating and implementing recovery plans as necessary. Manage irregular operations strategic planning and communications.
- Examines and recommends changes to improve the quality and efficiency of the operation. Creates, communicates and executes operational plans aimed at preventing disruptions.
- Manage revenue-based decisions, including cancellations, downgrades and significant delays which result in passenger disruption.
- Monitor daily performance. Facilitate briefings and communication for senior management and all operational groups, advising of significant problems/issues jeopardizing operational efficiency. Acts as liaison to senior management regarding day-to-day operations.
- Provide effective leadership within SOC, promoting all corporate and operational objectives.
- Responsible for supervising SOC managers, insuring the proper execution of their assigned duties.
Part 135/91 Job Opportunities
Part 135/91 Job Opportunities
We're excited to also share Part 135 job opportunities! Under Part 135, based on federal regulations you won't be utilizing your aircraft dispatcher certificate, however many Part 135 operators desire candidates that do have a FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate.
Flight Control Specialist- Air Share
- Verify all Airshare flights meet FAR Part 135/91K regulations for Crew, Aircraft, and Trip as scheduled
- Efficiently build the flight schedule and assign Crew
- Flight locate all Airshare flight activity
- Release flights and brief Crews of flight activity
- Schedule Crew duty assignments to best support Airshare operations
- Assist Crew in all logistical needs as it pertains to the flight schedule
- Assign Crew relocations and position travels
- Assist with Crew requests
- Arrange for landing and over
Flight Follower- Cape Air
- Oversees the safe operation of the daily company flight schedule.
- With access to all information integral to the operation, acts as the center of communication for pilots, station operations agents, maintenance personnel, and flight management personnel
- Performs his/her duties from System Operations Control (SOC) at the company's Hyannis headquarters.
- Monitors and ensures accuracy of FLIFO
- Assigned a desk for his/her duty period
- Required to complete a Competency Check with an Air Transport Supervisor (ATS), will receive “solo” sign off
- Required to complete Competency Check after annual recurrent training or after a retraining event
- Follows each flight in assigned region to completion and checks NOTAMs, station and enroute weather in assigned region for legality and potential flight disruption.
- Maintains an open, two-way dialogue with the SOC Supervisors.
Flight Controller- Wheels Up
- Ensure all crewmembers are accurately briefed or re-briefed of any and all duty assigned by Wheels Up in accordance with the Wheels Up Flight Control Operations Manual, Flight Operations Manual, Company Operations Specifications, Company Policies and Procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, and department guidelines.
- Exercise Operational Control of all Wheels Up flight activity; ensure that all appropriate Company and regulatory requirements are met for each flight before trip authorization.
- Ensure the safety and legality of each flight operated on a Wheels Up aircraft.
- Ensure required trip sheets and all other trip documents are sent to and received by the appropriate crewmembers.
- Ensure all required customs, immigration, international handling requirements, or foreign government regulations and requirements are met for every flight segment.
- Responsible for the accurate and timely flight following for the Wheels Up fleet and the efficient
dissemination of such information to Client Services, Crew Scheduling, Revenue Management, - Maintenance, and all other interested parties.
- Responsible for obtaining, monitoring, tracking, and disseminating any operational restrictions to daily operations including, but not limited to NOTAMs, TFRs, noise restrictions, FBO hours of operation, and airport capabilities.
- Responsible for proactively monitoring weather and air traffic control status and any other possible schedule interruption to Wheels Up Client Services, Crew Scheduling, Sales, Revenue Management, Maintenance Control, and all other interested parties, as necessary.
Dispatcher- Ameriflight
As a Dispatcher, you’ll be at the heart of flight operations, coordinating and monitoring aircraft movements to ensure safe and efficient travel. This role requires quick decision-making, excellent communication skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. If you’re detail-oriented, can think on your feet, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, a career as a Dispatcher could be a great fit for you.
Domestic Flight Planner- Flight Planner
The Domestic Flight Planner ensures the safe, legal, and efficient coordination of all Flexjet domestic flights. This role is responsible for preparing and filing flight plans, monitoring weather and operational conditions, and ensuring full regulatory and procedural compliance. The planner provides exceptional support to flight crews and internal teams, support the oversight of airport slot and PPR requests, and supplies required trip documentation and briefings. Success in this role requires strong decision-making skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, service, and operational excellence.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and file domestic flight plans in compliance with regulations and company procedures.
- Coordinate all Flexjet domestic flights to ensure safe, efficient, and legal operations.
- Monitor weather and operational factors impacting flight schedules.
- Provide trip briefings and required documentation to flight crews and external partners.
- Manage airport slot reservations and prior-permission (PPR) applications.
- Ensure adherence to safety, security, and quality standards.
- Identify and report potential compliance or safety issues.
Global International Flight Planner- FlexJet
This role proactively collaborates with internal teams to ensure all flight information is accurate, timely, and aligned with operational requirements, enabling safe and seamless global operations.
While maintaining a high attention to detail, focus, and adaptability to our dynamic flight schedule.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- US based role supporting the Flexjet US fleet.
- Coordinate all aspects of international flight planning and logistics, including handling, airport slots, PPRs, permits (charter, landing, overflight), fuel releases, parking, parking, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, and other special services.
- Manage all customs and immigration requirements: submit General Declarations, APIS transmissions, and PNR data; coordinate outbound/inbound clearances and crew visa on arrival when necessary.
- Plan, file, and update all international flight plans in accordance with ICAO regulations.
- Deliver comprehensive trip briefings in accordance with SOPs.
- Ensure that crewmembers and passengers meet all entry and visa requirements for destination countries.
- Provide external agents with all applicable aircraft/crew documents required for trip planning.
Flight Follower- Alpine Air
- Tracking airplane takeoff and landing times; monitor aircraft in flight using software tools
- Enhance safety of pilots by monitoring flights to ensure safe arrivals
- Fielding communication from pilots
- Logging flight information
- Entering flight information into flight following database, FlightDocs
- Observe safety and FAA regulations
- Work rotating schedules with other team members in a 24h/7d workload environment
- Additional duties as assigned
Flight Tracking Specialist- FlexJet
- Conduct flight following/locating for all flights.
- Verify each flight’s departure, enroute progress, and arrival against scheduled times.
- Communicate schedule changes, delays/diversions with each GCC group and the OS/CAM Department.
- Monitor crew duty/rest and flight time limits to ensure compliance with 14 CFRs.
- Submit Duty Period Extension worksheets on the Interactive Duty Extension page in Skynet as applicable to the Flight Department for review.
- Observe applicable safety policies and procedures.
- Report hazards/ incidents via the Incident Reporting system.
- Monitor crew member airlines and other positioning transportation.
- Monitor RADAR, respond accordingly, and relay relevant information.
- Monitor ATC EDCT programs.
Flight Controller- Tropic Ocean Airways
- Schedule flight crew to ensure adherence with company and FAA regulations regarding currency and flight/duty limitations.
- Schedule all aircraft for charter, scheduled service and maintenance.
- Monitor the progress for each flight.
- Stay informed of current weather conditions and associated rescheduling needs.
- Keep appropriate company personnel advised of flight progress as required.
- Remain current on available resources and training to facilitate an effective scheduling operation.
- Work closely with maintenance, guest experience, and VIP departments.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in situations of unexpected scheduling events such as weather or maintenance issues.
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