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Advanced Air LLC

Flight Logistics Coordinator

$24/hr

Review Airport limitations with the Dispatch Team and advise the Sales/Owner/Airline Teams of any ... Easy to use Flight/Travel Benefits; current contracts include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest ...

Prime Response, Inc

Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle

Edwards, CA · On-site

$26.50 - $28.50/hr

PRI is seeking a Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle professional to provide services and support to the NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center contract located at Edwards AFB, California. The Dispatcher, Motor ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Round Rock, AZ · On-site

$113K - $125K/yr

No Training Contract. * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. * Company Paid Crew Housing ... Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Gallup, NM

$113K - $125K/yr

No Training Contract. * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. * Company Paid Crew Housing ... Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Tohatchi, NM

$113K - $125K/yr

No Training Contract. * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. * Company Paid Crew Housing ... Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Lukachukai, AZ

$113K - $125K/yr

No Training Contract. * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. * Company Paid Crew Housing ... Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Hilo, HI · On-site

$128K - $140K/yr

No Training Contract. * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. * Company Paid Crew Housing ... Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract flight dispatcher in the United States is $27.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract Flight Dispatcher works closely with pilots, maintenance crews, and airline operations teams to plan and monitor flights. They provide pilots with up-to-date weather reports, route information, and any operational changes before departure and during flight. Effective communication is crucial, as dispatchers must quickly relay updates or resolve issues that arise en route. As a contractor, you may work with multiple operators, requiring adaptability and strong interpersonal skills to integrate seamlessly into various team environments.

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AspectContract Flight DispatcherFlight Operations Coordinator
CertificationsFAA Dispatcher Certificate, relevant licensesFAA Dispatcher Certificate, similar certifications
Work EnvironmentContract basis, flexible hours, remote or on-siteFull-time, on-site or office-based
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate operators, charter companies, cargo carriersAirlines, corporate flight departments
Primary ResponsibilitiesFlight planning, weather analysis, dispatch approvalScheduling, coordinating flight operations, compliance

While both roles involve flight planning and safety oversight, Contract Flight Dispatchers typically work on a contractual basis providing specialized dispatch services, whereas Flight Operations Coordinators are usually full-time employees managing daily flight schedules and operations within an airline or corporate environment.

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To thrive as a Contract Flight Dispatcher, you need strong knowledge of aviation regulations, flight planning, weather analysis, and typically an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate. Familiarity with dispatch software, flight tracking systems, and aeronautical charts is crucial for accurate and efficient operations. Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate with pilots, air traffic control, and ground personnel under time-sensitive conditions. These competencies ensure flight safety, regulatory compliance, and smooth operation of flight schedules in a dynamic environment.

What are Contract Flight Dispatchers?

Contract Flight Dispatchers are licensed aviation professionals who work on a contractual or freelance basis to plan and monitor flights for airlines, charter companies, or private operators. They are responsible for preparing flight plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating with pilots and air traffic control, and assessing weather and operational conditions. Unlike full-time dispatchers employed by a single airline, contract dispatchers may work for multiple clients and offer flexible services tailored to specific operations. Their expertise helps ensure safe, efficient, and legal flight operations. This role is critical in both commercial and private aviation sectors.
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Flight Logistics Coordinator

Flight Logistics Coordinator

Advanced Air LLC

Remote

$24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Flight Logistics Coordinator
Job Type: Full time
Location: Hybrid Options Available
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Who we are:
Advanced Air, LLC is an innovative, service-oriented aviation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. We were founded in 2005 by our President, Levi Stockton, as an FAA approved, Part 135, On-Demand Air Carrier focused on superlative aircraft management and on demand charter.
Today, Advanced Air maintains a fleet of 22 aircraft, operated in both scheduled and on-demand service, and a diversified portfolio of flying services in turboprop aircraft, business jets and regional passenger jets. Serving more than 12 communities in the southwestern United States, Advanced Air has a deep commitment to operational excellence and metered, sustainable growth.
Our successful growth is driven by our adherence to our core values of safety, integrity, teamwork, transparency, fulfillment and respect. We are in this business for the long run and take a disciplined, thoughtful approach to growth opportunities.
About the Role and about You:
As a Flight Logistics Coordinator, you would be responsible for maintaining the daily scheduling of flight crews; handling changes to schedules based on operational needs and crew availability. Providing excellent customer service to the
Advanced Air charter sales team, VIP team, owners, crew members, and Vendors. This group's goal is to streamline
processes to increase efficiency and lower overall costs for the company. The ideal candidate would reside in one of our surrounding base areas (Greater LA area / Merced, CA / Albuquerque, NM / Phoenix, AZ).
What you will do:
  • Coordinate within the Logistics team by utilizing Jet Insight Scheduling Software to inform Sales/Owner and Airline teams of any crew availability conflicts and limitations in real-time.
  • Assist Chief Pilot and Assistant Chief Pilot with assigning crewmembers, updating calendars with crew availability, and all training schedules.
  • Coordinate with Maintenance to track aircraft coming due for phase inspections and open deferrals. Follow communication flow chart in an outward direction to all members of the organization for Maintenance recovery events.
  • All logistics associated with any flight and crewmember as needed including airline, hotel, or rental car needs. Prepare and send forward travel packets for all crewmembers: from home base locations to all assignments with reference to local and non-local travel limitations.
  • Review Airport limitations with the Dispatch Team and advise the Sales/Owner/Airline Teams of any non-standard, high elevation, or after hours requests. Maintain outward communication to dispatch for appropriate airfield evaluation and close the loop of communication to accept trip or offer alternatives if needed.
  • Gain an understanding of fleet wide activity to manipulate and adjust trips on varying aircraft to maximize crew duty and allow maximum availability for owners and additional charter sales.
  • Coordination with EAS scheduling, including communication with Customer Service Agents at our EAS stations via Microsoft Teams, updating EAS passengers, and sending crew itineraries to crewmembers; familiarity with EAS operations and ability to act as a support to their team as needed.
  • Obtaining arrival slots, communication with FBO and Airports to confirm a smooth flight experience for our passengers and crew.
  • Send trips to flight crews and gather flight releases as required manage and distribute flight releases per company policy.
  • Arrange customs, file APIS and maintain MCL.
  • Update crew times and aircraft data in ARG/US & Wyvern databases.
  • Negotiate, track and post current fuel discounts, and programs.
  • Create and maintain company approved Vendors; i.e. FBO's, Brokered Airport, hotel, rental car, airline preferences for crewmembers.
  • Coordinate aircraft schedule with FBO.
  • Develop and maintain a close working relationship with the Customer Service team.
  • Required to work a non-standard workweek and/or be accessible for periodic on-call duty.
  • Assist with other projects as needed.

Why you should work with us:
We can tell you all about how great we are, but you probably want to know what is in it for you, so we have compiled a list of our standout benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • 401k plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%
  • 100% Company Paid Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision and $15,000 in life insurance (Full-Time Employees)
  • Easy to use Flight/Travel Benefits; current contracts include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest

Requirements
What we are looking for:
  • Four Year College degree in business or technical field preferred or equivalent business and work experience.
  • Minimum two years of experience in Corporate Aviation, Part 135 a plus.
  • Aircraft Dispatcher license desired but not required.
  • Ability to identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
  • Must demonstrate judgment in balancing the needs of the customer with the needs of the company.
  • Ability to provide leadership for team, consistent coaching and feedback while maintaining a positive high energy work environment.
  • Strong decision making skills.
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
  • Strong PC skills including the use of Jet Insight, Microsoft Teams and MS Office Products.
  • The ability to learn new systems quickly as required.
  • Some travel is required.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime, as needed.
  • Pass a Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol testing, background check and submit to a random drug test when required.

FYI:
We believe a diversity of perspectives and experiences is what makes a strong team. The stronger our team, the closer we are to our mission. So come join us! We are looking for people of all genders, races, ethnicities, orientations, abilities and disabilities to come sit at our tables and fly our planes.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently stooping, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting (minimum 50 lbs.) and operating machinery with repetitive motions.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment includes working outdoors and in all weather conditions. May incur exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch or level significant enough to cause marked distraction or possible hearing loss while performing operations on the airfield ramp. Exposure to fumes, dust, loud noise, and outdoor weather conditions.
Selection Guidelines:
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interviews and reference check; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Salary Description
24 per hour

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