Crew Scheduler - Pilot

Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level training — our Flight Ops team hires, trains, qualifies and supports the best pilots in the industry. The moments we share in the air and on the ground with our customers and our colleagues make United a special place to work and a great way to fly, together.

Key Responsibilities:

The Pilot Crew Scheduler will work closely supporting our pilots with their schedules, ensuring on-time flight departures throughout United’s worldwide network. This is a fast-paced operational position working different shifts in a 24/7/365 operation, including weekends and holidays, with the potential for overtime in line with department policies.

• Apply cost effective scheduling practices while adhering to all FAA FAR and United Pilot Agreement work rules
• Analyze pilot staffing, time off requests, assignments, and trip trades
• Support in training new schedulers via on-the-job training sessions
• Opportunity for additional responsibilities related to crew scheduling operations and planning may be available or assigned based on operational needs
• Assist pilots with monthly schedule management, documenting absences, performing transactions to ensure accurate crew pay, preserving pilot activity records, and assuring quality (FAR compliance, flight time, qualification data, etc.)
• Maintain proficiency in the application of Federal Aviation regulations, pilot contract rules, and company policies to provide 24/7 support to United Airlines pilots, ensuring an exceptional level of internal customer service
• Assign open flying to qualified flight crew members according to FAA Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), the United Pilot Agreement, and company policies

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to exercise flexibility and good judgment while managing stress in high-pressure situations
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions with a high level of accuracy
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Good computer knowledge and adaptability to new computer tools
• Demonstrated track record of strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• 1-2 years airline operational experience
• Bachelor's degree
• 1-2 years relevant crew scheduling experience in a fast-paced environment
• Additional consideration given to specializations in aviation, transportation and logistics, strategic planning, engineering, or technology

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.

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