International Flight Planner

The International Flight Planner works within the International Trip Planning (ITP) Team, focusing on completing all international trips operating within 24 hours of departure. The role involves filing legal flight plans, coordinating trip details with foreign handling agencies, arranging US customs clearances, and utilizing all available resources to fulfill duties. Effective communication with various groups within Flexjet and external groups, vendors, and agencies is essential.

What You Will Do

The International Flight Planner will file required customs paperwork, update/cancel clearances as necessary, prepare and file safe, legal flight plans, and cancel unused flight plans to maintain efficiency and accuracy. They will also build and distribute international paperwork packets to flight crews, initiate handling requests for all international locations, and manage subsequent updates as needed.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be successful in this role, you will need to have strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex flight itineraries and documentation. You will also need to be able to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly and efficiently, particularly in high-pressure situations. Proficiency in aviation-specific planning software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office applications, is also required.

Requirements

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school
• 1-3 years of related experience preferably in an aviation/logistics environment
• Flight training and/or dispatch license highly preferred
• Familiarity with core job competencies including, but not limited to, international operations, aviation regulations, customs/immigration requirements and regulations, airport access coordination, handling services, weather trends, and ATC flow
• Thorough understanding of aircraft capabilities and factors that impact flight operations
• Knowledge of FARs regarding Part 91, 135, or 121 airline operations
• Firm knowledge and able to explain aviation-related charts, diagrams, and publications related to flight operations
• Proficiency in English is required
• Proficient in aviation-specific planning software and tools as well as Microsoft Office applications