Flight Follower/Airline Operations Specialist

AirNet II LLC•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

AirNet II is hiring a Flight Follower to coordinate and control air transportation within its fleet of Beechcraft Barons and Learjets. The role maintains operational control of flights and communicates customer needs to flight crews, maintenance, and other required personnel. The position works Sunday through Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. AirNet II is part of the Kalitta family of companies and provides scheduled and on-demand cargo charter services. The company operates Beechcraft Barons and Bombardier Learjets for industries requiring immediate turn-time and specialized handling. Candidates are evaluated on attitude, safe and professional aircraft operation, and interpersonal service skills; all candidates must pass an extensive background check.

Requirements

At least two years of related experience.
Knowledge of Part 135 regulations.
Ability to read aviation weather reports and forecasts and understand DOT regulations.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain an airport-issued ID.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficiency with computer software and the internet.
Must pass a DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA-compliant background check.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable, punctual, and flexible.
Ability to multitask and respect and maintain confidentiality.
Service-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills with employees, customers, and pilots.
Ability to lift and move 55 to 75 pounds with reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Create and manage trips and logs in the trip-building system during the shift, and communicate turnover information at the end of the shift.
Maintain operational control protocols and standards under Federal Aviation Administration regulations, ensuring flights comply with applicable CFRs and operating manuals.
Assess crew legality with respect to flight-time and duty limitations.
Report mechanical delays or flight conditions to appropriate personnel.
Identify and take corrective action to minimize actual or potential delays related to weather, scheduling, operations, crew legality, or maintenance.
Disseminate flight releases and related documentation to flight crews.
Monitor flight progress, weather, and destination and alternate airport status; determine when deviations are necessary and, when required, contact the aircraft or air traffic control to initiate amended release procedures.
Ensure ground handling and services, parking, deicing, fuel, and landing and departure slots are arranged as required.
Obtain international overflight and landing permits and complete TSA and Customs requirements, including Customs notifications, Gen Dec, e-APIS, and/or CANPASS.
Maintain accurate accounting of hazardous materials shipped so records are immediately accessible to the FAA or other authorities.
Maintain and send fuel records, trip sheets, and other documents to the Accounting Department as required.
Communicate upcoming schedules and changes to pilots and other required personnel.
Provide pricing quotes and complete invoicing paperwork for customer billing with approval from the Manager of Airline Operations.
Communicate shipment delays or issues to required personnel.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager of Airline Operations.