Flight Controller in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at Tropic Ocean Airways

TROPIC OCEAN AIRWAYS LLC

FLIGHT CONTROLLER

Directly Reports To:Operations Control Manager

Mission of

this Position:This position is to support the Operations Department in maintaining the daily flight schedule and releasing aircrafts for flights, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to properly perform safely, accurately and on-time. 

Key Responsibilities:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:   

Daily Operations: 

• Meet or exceed position’s duties/expectations and FAA regulations while displaying initiative, adhering to TOA SOPs and aligning with core values of the organization.   
• Prepare trip packets, advise crew of special needs or requirements, and keep appropriate company personnel advised of flight progress as required.   
• Work closely with maintenance, flight operations, guest experience, and VIP departments·   
• Monitor and maintain flight following system, stay aware of weather issues, coordinate aircraft handling and fueling at FBO, if needed and schedule equipment for charter and maintenance.   
• Ensure aircraft itineraries comply with any airport or airspace restrictions. 
• Risk assessment assistance for site briefs and provide daily weather briefings.
• Collaborate with flight planning and provide data for twice daily operational briefs.

Communications:  

• Participate in internal communication with all other departments related to equipment considerations, product excellence, scheduling issues and required paperwork. 
• Provide logistics support and obtain permits or visas for foreign countries. 
• Be familiar with Emergency Procedures Manual, know aircraft performance and limitations, maintain department records with accuracy and timely.   
• Know all available resources to facilitate effective scheduling operations.    

Essential Skill Set:

• The person in this role will work with multiple systems in a high energy, flexible environment. 
• Overnight availability may be required.
• They will multi-task and work well under stress, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in situations of unexpected scheduling events such as weather or maintenance issues. 
• Flight Dispatch Certificate strongly preferred.