About this opportunity
Kalitta Air lists this Flight Follower opportunity in ypsilanti, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Kalitta Charters II Flight Follower
Kalitta Charters II specializes in scheduled and on-demand narrow-body freighter operations. In 2003, aviator and NHRA World Champion, Doug Kalitta, set out to provide a safe and reliable solution to a complex logistics problem. This problem entailed moving freight across the Americas for our customers… overnight!
The Flight Follower's primary responsibility is 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
Determine airport suitability/risk assessment
Qualifications
FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
1+ year(s) experience as a Part 121/135 Flight Follower/Dispatcher
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written skills
Excellent problem solving skills
Excellent time management skills
Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and company manual systems
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to read, write, and understand English
Valid unrestricted driver's license
Shift Requirements
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays
Ability to work 8, 10, 12 hour shifts
Work schedules will vary as Kalitta Charters II operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Quarterly Schedule Bid
Location Requirements
Position based in Ypsilanti, MI at Willow Run Airport (YIP)
There is no ability to work remotely
There will be no relocation package for this position
A hotel may be provided for up to 2 weeks during relocation
Other Requirements
Candidate must pass DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA compliant background check
High School Diploma or GED
Intermediate Computer & MS Office skills
Compensation
Established pay scale including yearly performance based increases
Benefits
Employer Provided: Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Basic Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Travel Assistance Program
Fidelity 401K with match
Employee Elective: BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options
Dental PPO
Prescription
EyeMed - Vision
Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
Met Law Coverage
Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance
Worksite address
ypsilanti, MI, 48197, US
Who can apply
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