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Flight training and/or dispatch license highly preferred Required Skills & Qualifications * Familiarity with core job competencies including, but not limited to, international operations, aviation ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for international 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.

What is an international flight dispatcher?

International Flight Dispatchers are aviation professionals responsible for planning, monitoring, and managing flights that operate across international boundaries. They work closely with pilots, air traffic control, and airline operations to ensure that flights are safe, efficient, and compliant with international regulations. Their duties include preparing flight plans, checking weather conditions, coordinating with foreign airports, and handling any in-flight emergencies or route changes. They play a critical role in ensuring the safety and legality of international airline operations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an international flight dispatcher?

To thrive as an International Flight Dispatcher, you need specialized training in aviation operations, meteorology, flight planning, and typically an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate or equivalent. Familiarity with flight planning software, air traffic control systems, and global navigation databases is crucial. Excellent communication, decision-making, and stress-management skills help dispatchers coordinate effectively and respond to rapidly changing situations. These competencies are vital to ensure flight safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient airline operations across international routes.

How does an international flight dispatcher collaborate with pilots and air traffic controllers?

International Flight Dispatchers play a crucial role in coordinating with pilots and air traffic controllers before and during flights. They prepare detailed flight plans, taking into account weather, airspace restrictions, and fuel requirements, and communicate these plans to pilots. Throughout the flight, dispatchers monitor conditions and provide real-time updates or rerouting advice as needed. This ongoing collaboration helps ensure the safety, compliance, and efficiency of international operations, making strong communication and problem-solving skills essential for success in the role.

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Infographic showing various International Flight Dispatcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,639 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

International Flight Clearance Trainer

Ypsilanti, MI • On-site

Kalitta Air, LLC
Aviation • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Kalitta Air rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description


JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: International Flight Clearance Trainer

Department: International Flight Clearance

Reports To: Manager, International Flight Clearance


SUMMARY:

The International Flight Clearance Trainer is responsible for supervising and training the International Flight Clearance Coordinators at the direction of the Manager of International Flight Clearance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintaining and executing a training program for the International Flight Clearance Coordinators and Ops Assistants, maintaining training records, and performing quality assurance audits to evaluate effectiveness of training and determining where the training program may be enhanced.

- Manning the International Flight Clearance Coordinator desk when staffing dictates.

- Ensuring the accuracy and validity of permit information provided by the International Flight Clearance Coordinators.

- Maintaining a Handbook for both the International Flight Clearance Coordinator and Operations Assistant Positions.

- Assisting the Manager of International Flight Clearance in maintaining route databases and establishing instructions for easy use of saved routes by both the Flight Followers and International Flight Clearance Coordinators.

- Assisting the Manager of International Flight Clearance in requesting and maintaining our various Foreign Operating Permits, Seasonal approvals and slot database. 

- Assisting the Manager of International Flight Clearance in maintaining the flow of accurate information to and from the flight following department

- Assisting the Manager of International Flight Clearance in other duties as assigned as duties may change

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The International Flight Clearance Trainer is responsible for supervision of both the International Flight Clearance Coordinators and Operations Assistants, the quality of their work, and the implementation of training at the direction of the Manager of International Flight Clearance.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school graduate; some college and/or technical school desirable.  Must have excellent professional knowledge of world geography, civilian and diplomatic permit clearance issues, and flight operations. Experience in a flight dispatch center is preferred.  Attention to detail, analytical thinking, multi-tasking and stress management skills required.  Must have ability to work well with others in a supervisory capacity.  Must have extensive experience as a permit coordinator or equivalent.  Supervisory experience desirable, but not required.  FAA Dispatcher’s license desirable, but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.   Ability to convert between different units of measure.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 regularly required to sit and talk or hear.   The employee is frequently required to use a computer terminal, telephone and 10-key calculator.  The employee is required to stand, walk, and climb/descend stairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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. This job is in an office environment with heating and cooling.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


ACCOMODATIONS:

If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call (734) 544-7010. Please include your contact information and details about posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need an accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.


lf you cannot apply online, other accommodations can be made.


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