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4 Ypsilanti, MI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Safety regulations English Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Dispatching Aircraft Dispatcher Driver's License Airline regulations compliance FAR Part 135 regulation

Full Job Description Description:

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!

Job Summary:

The Flight Follower's primary responsibility is to 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

Requirements:

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

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