Crew Scheduler - Pilot

United Airlines•Arlington Heights, IL

18h

About The Position

Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level training — our Flight Ops team hires, trains, qualifies and supports the best pilots in the industry. The moments we share in the air and on the ground with our customers and our colleagues make United a special place to work and a great way to fly, together. Job overview and responsibilities The Pilot Crew Scheduler will work closely supporting our pilots with their schedules, ensuring on-time flight departures throughout United’s worldwide network. This is a fast-paced operational position working different shifts in a 24/7/365 operation, including weekends and holidays, with the potential for overtime in line with department policies.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated track record of strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions with a high level of accuracy
Ability to exercise flexibility and good judgment while managing stress in high-pressure situations
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good computer knowledge and adaptability to new computer tools
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or related experience
Additional consideration given to specializations in aviation, transportation and logistics, strategic planning, engineering, or technology
1-2 years relevant crew scheduling or airline experience
1-2 years scheduling operations experience and/or experience working in a fast pace environment requiring high volume customer interaction

Responsibilities

Assign open flying to qualified flight crew members according to FAA Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), the United Pilot Agreement, and company policies
Analyze pilot staffing, time off requests, assignments, and trip trades
Apply cost effective scheduling practices while adhering to all FAA FAR and United Pilot Agreement work rules
Assist pilots with monthly schedule management, documenting absences, performing transactions to ensure accurate crew pay, preserving pilot activity records, and assuring quality (FAR compliance, flight time, qualification data, etc.)
Maintain proficiency in the application of Federal Aviation regulations, pilot contract rules, and company policies to provide 24/7 support to United Airlines pilots, ensuring an exceptional level of internal customer service
Support in training new schedulers via on-the-job training sessions
Opportunity for additional responsibilities related to crew scheduling operations and planning may be available or assigned based on operational needs