Job Title: Flight Operations Manager Location: Remote (EST Time Zones) Salary Range: up to 1750 USD Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM Eastern Time.
On-call availability during nights and weekends is required as needed.
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Position Overview: The Flight Operations Manager will be responsible for managing and supporting charter flight operations on a global scale.
This role involves coordinating with senior management, pilots, ground crew, and passengers, and ensuring that flight missions are executed efficiently.
The candidate must be able to handle on-demand requests such as organizing limo services, catering, and other necessary documentation.
As part of the role, the manager will create standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the department, grow and lead a team, and assess mission viability in collaboration with the sales team.
Key Responsibilities: Charter Flight Operations: Oversee the indirect operation of global charter flights, ensuring all flight missions are carried out efficiently.
Communication: Liaise with senior management, pilots, ground crew, and passengers to coordinate the mission details.
Logistical Support: Arrange transportation, catering services, and any other documentation needed for the successful completion of each mission.
SOP Development: Develop standard operating procedures for each aspect of the role.
Team Leadership: Build and manage a team within the department, providing direction and oversight.
Mission Viability Assessment: Collaborate with the sales team to assess the viability of flight missions.
Software Proficiency: Salesforce: For managing client interactions and mission logistics.
Zoom: For internal and external communication.
Slack: For team communication and coordination.
ChatGPT: For generating relevant communication and documentation.
Qualifications: Experience: Previous experience in flight operations or a related field is preferred.
Skills: Strong organizational, multitasking, and leadership skills are essential.
Language: Fluent in English (minimal or no accent); being bilingual (Spanish or another prevalent language) is a plus.
Attributes: Professional, detail-oriented, and able to handle confidential matters discreetly.
Nice-to-Haves: Bilingual in Spanish or another language.
Experience working with private clients and maintaining confidentiality.
Please note: To ensure prompt processing of your application, we kindly request that you submit your resume and intro video in English format.
