Loadmaster
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
Provides both copies of the signed Load Manifest to the Captain for their review and signature and requests the flight crew return one copy of the signed load manifest and signed dispatch release for ...
Loadmaster
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
Provides both copies of the signed Load Manifest to the Captain for their review and signature and requests the flight crew return one copy of the signed load manifest and signed dispatch release for ...
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$11.06 - $14.31
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$14.31 - $17.57
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$18.97 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.57 - $20.83
46% of jobs
$20.83 - $24.08
3% of jobs
$24.08 - $27.34
7% of jobs
$27.34 - $30.59
4% of jobs
$30.59 - $33.85
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$35.94 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$33.85 - $37.11
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$37.11 - $40.36
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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote 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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To thrive as a Remote Flight Dispatcher, you need strong knowledge of aviation regulations, weather interpretation, and flight planning, typically supported by an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate or equivalent credentials. Familiarity with dispatch software, flight tracking tools, and communication systems such as ACARS is essential. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills. These qualities ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant coordination of flight operations from a remote location.
What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Remote Flight Dispatcher?
As a Remote Flight Dispatcher, your daily responsibilities include preparing and filing flight plans, monitoring weather conditions, updating pilots on operational changes, and coordinating with maintenance and ground crews to ensure safe flight operations. You regularly use specialized software to track flights in real-time and communicate updates to pilots and airline staff as needed. Additionally, you may assist with rerouting flights during adverse weather or emergencies, requiring quick decision-making. While working remotely, you’ll collaborate closely with a virtual team of other dispatchers, pilots, and operations personnel to ensure seamless communication and efficiency.
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A Remote Flight Dispatcher is responsible for planning and monitoring flight operations from an offsite location. They coordinate with pilots, air traffic controllers, and airlines to ensure safe and efficient flight routes, considering factors like weather, fuel requirements, and airspace restrictions. Using specialized software and communication tools, they provide real-time updates and assist in decision-making for flight adjustments. This role requires strong analytical skills, aviation knowledge, and the ability to work under pressure.
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Job description
National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400 and A330 aircraft to accomplish its missions.
Job Title: Loadmaster
Location: Orlando, FL (Home Based)
Department: Operations
Reports To: Manager of Cargo Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Summary: Loads freight on to the organizations 747 aircraft in accordance with Cargo Operations and Weight and Balance, Manuals, with placement ensuring proper weight and balance for the aircraft type. Ensures accuracy of paperwork handed off to aircraft crews.
Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority:
Qualifications:
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Competencies:
Preferred Qualifications:
Mental Requirements:
Computer Skills:
Physical Demands:
Work Environment:
Travel/Other requirements:
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of 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.
National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.
National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.
Job Title: Loadmaster
Location: Orlando, FL (Home Based)
Department: Operations
Reports To: Manager of Cargo Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Summary: Loads freight on to the organizations 747 aircraft in accordance with Cargo Operations and Weight and Balance, Manuals, with placement ensuring proper weight and balance for the aircraft type. Ensures accuracy of paperwork handed off to aircraft crews.
Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority:
- Directs and supervises the loading and offloading of the aircraft
- Reviews the location of any missing restraint (Beartrap, side lock, etc.) and advises Maintenance for any corrections
- Physically verifies that all voided/unusable loading positions, both on the main deck and lower deck, are in the locked/up position (secured to prevent movement of ULD both forward and aft)
- Prepares or supervises the operations of cargo weight and balance documents related to the operation of the flight, including determining any limitations resulting from a missing or inoperative cargo handling/restraint system and their components
- Confirms load and proper ULD contour
- Ensures ULDs for loading are properly tagged and labeled
- Confirms proper tie-down as per the aircraft and STC manufacturers' Weight and Balance Manuals and Special Loading instructions
- Determines the serviceability: pallet, container, nets, and straps should be examined by the Loading Supervisor for gouges, depressions, delaminated panels, cracked edge rails, bowing, and missing corners and rivets to meet Company requirements and standards
- Calculates the weight and balance and restraint of cargo and signs the load manifest.
- Accepts and handles HazMat and frangible load requirements
- Operates and supervises aircraft cargo handling system
- Supervises proper ULD build-up
- Ensures the weight of cargo loaded aboard the airplane is accurate
- Ensures Tail Stand is being properly used
- Visually inspects the Aircraft for possible damage caused by ground support equipment
- Takes paperwork to the cockpit, including the Load Manifest and HazMat Notification (when applicable)
- Signs both copies of the Load Manifest after the aircraft is loaded, verifies that the aircraft was loaded in compliance with the Company's loading procedures
- Verifies all pallet locks are properly installed and in the locked position
- Provides both copies of the signed Load Manifest to the Captain for their review and signature and requests the flight crew return one copy of the signed load manifest and signed dispatch release for mailing to the Company's headquarters.
Qualifications:
- Aviation background with experience on heavy jet aircraft preferred
- Basic math and writing skills
- Ability to comply with weight and balance and cargo placement directions
- Analytical skills and good judgment/decision making
- Ability to complete computerized weight and balance
- Ability to operate machinery
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Competencies:
- Ability to comply with weight and balance, cargo placement directions.
- Experience with heavy jet commercial aircraft (B777/B747 preferred)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous or currently quailed on B747 freighter Loadmaster or other wide body aircraft
- Experience in freight build-up and load planning
- Current or previous Hazmat qualification.
Mental Requirements:
- Ability to summarize and effectively present information to customers.
- Ability to work on problems of moderate scope and analyze data/situations.
Computer Skills:
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
Physical Demands:
- Moderate activity handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. (Medium)
- Frequently moves and distributes passenger luggage.
- Constantly positions self to work in warehouse environments.
Work Environment:
- Works inside aircraft during aircraft provisioning process and during boarding process
- Works inside the ramp-side storage area managing aircraft supply inventory.
- Exposed to outside weather ranging from tropical heat/humidity to northern tier cold/ice.
Travel/Other requirements:
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Valid, unrestricted Passport with ability to travel in/out of the United States.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of 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.
National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.
National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.
About National Air Cargo
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Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Orlando, FL, US
Year founded
1991