Lead Training Scheduler

Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings•Miami, FL

About The Position

Overview Lead Training Scheduler is a subject matter expert providing critical operational support as it pertains to Training Scheduling for Flight Crew, Instructors and contract Flight Attendants. Ensure all training events to comply with FAA and Company requirements. Addresses complex training schedule conflicts and provides solutions for efficient and effective outcomes. Provides training and assists in departmental policy development.

Requirements

Minimum of six (6) years of Airline or related experience required
Minimum of four (4) years experience with specific crew management software application.
Experience using Airline Information Management System (AIMS) is a plus
Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
Thorough knowledge Federal Aviation Regulations more specifically Part 121 and Part 117 is required
Thorough knowledge of the Atlas / Southern Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) is a must.
Proven strong communication and decision making skills.
Ability to coach and motivate personnel to achieve organizational goals.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to function in a high-stress environment
Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative team based environment
Ability to handle multiple tasks and special projects assigned simultaneously
Must be flexible and able to work various hours and weekends.
Exceptional communication and customer service skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening)
Flexibility to adapt to a fast paced environment
Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem solving skills.
Excellent technical writing skills.
Attention to detail and innovation are critical parts of this role.
Possess good organizational skills
Able to prioritize workload while handling multiple tasks
Keeping the pace with countless changes
Must possess the personal integrity and administrative skills to gain the confidence of the crewmember work force.
Must have strong interpersonal, analytical and administrative skills

Nice To Haves

Experience using Airline Information Management System (AIMS) is a plus

Responsibilities

Leads and guides the daily activity of the Training Scheduling group.
Serves as a subject matter expert for all critical operational decisions as it pertains to Training Scheduling which includes but is not limited to evaluating and accepting last minute training requests & changes from Flight Crew (students & instructors).
Assists in department policy and procedures development meetings.
Provides input in the review of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and provides continuous training to Training Schedulers and Training Scheduling Administrators.
Monitors the utilization of Simulators, especially contracted/ external resources.
Ensures that all internal Simulator use has been fully exhausted before using external Sims to reduce unnecessary operational costs that will impact the budget.
Partner with the AIMS Administrator to enhance system functionality of the training module within the crew management software application.
Execute a comprehensive training schedule while complying with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Company requirements
Monitor entire training flow to ensure that all crewmembers are assigned the appropriate training events in accordance to the Flight Operations Training Manual.
Participate with the Fleet Managers and Director of Training Center Operations in the development of scheduling forecasts.
Determine monthly Training Instructor and Check Airmen staffing requirements.
Schedules Instructors, according to qualifications for all training devices, including but not limited to full flight simulators, fixed based simulators, classrooms as well as emergency equipment.
Close coordination with Crew Scheduling, Flight Operations leadership and other related departments to communicate training progress, currency and availability to ensure crewmembers are legal for flight assignments.
Responsible for handling, preventing and resolving de-qualification issues when they occur
Perform daily updates of scheduling data as required in Airline Information Management System (AIMS) to compensate for changing conditions and training completion rates
Responsible for crewmember training notifications through AIMS
Generates crewmember training reports while also monitoring/tracking ground and simulator training.
Monitor crewmember and instructor schedules to meet days off requirements and avoid rest violations
Performs other duties assigned simultaneously by the Manager, Training Scheduling