Military Mission Flight Dispatcher I

Jeppesen ForeFlight Careers • Bethesda, MD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Military Mission Flight Dispatcher I provides operational flight planning, diplomatic clearance, aircraft and crew logistical coordination, information technology administration, and electronic navigational data management support for the 89th Operations Group Special Airlift Missions (SAM) fleet throughout mission planning and execution. The role supports USAF VIP aircraft and works as part of a team in cooperation with military and civilian mission planners and crew members.

The position is onsite at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance; an interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required after starting. The position is subject to Export Control compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Dispatch license, pilot’s license, instrument rating, or other aviation certification.
• At least 6 years of experience as a Mission Planner, Dispatcher, International Trip Planner, or in a similar capacity within an airline or military operations center.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government for clearance eligibility.
• An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required after starting.
• Must meet Export Control compliance requirements as a “US Person” under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. This includes a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
• Ability to work onsite at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.

Nice To Haves

• At least 10 years of experience as a Mission Planner, Dispatcher, International Trip Planner, or in a similar capacity within an airline or military operations center.
• Degree in Aviation or a master’s degree in a related field of study.
• Pilot or aviation enthusiast.

Responsibilities

• Conduct notional mission airfield suitability research.
• Create international flight plans and validate European flow-control routes.
• Prepare and transmit official organizational diplomatic-clearance messages.
• Coordinate technical and logistical support for the 89th Airlift Wing’s Special Air Mission fleet and unit.
• Provide timely and accurate aviation flight-planning and mission-planning support for USAF VIP aircraft.
• Work cooperatively with military and civilian mission planners and crew members.
• Support information technology administration and electronic navigational data management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-paid health premiums.
• Open PTO policy.
• 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting.
• 12 weeks of paid parent leave.
• Flight training rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed