Flight Coordinator

About the role

Coordinate high-impact aviation operations that keep the business moving. As a Flight Coordinator, you will play a critical role in managing the scheduling and dispatch of company-owned aircraft while ensuring seamless trip coordination, crew scheduling, flight-following, recordkeeping, and logistical support for internal customers. You will collaborate with flight crews and cross-functional partners to deliver exceptional service, optimize operational efficiency, and solve complex scheduling challenges in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who thrives under pressure, embraces continuous learning, and takes ownership of improving processes while upholding Perdue Farms' core values of Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, and Stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Receive, analyze, and plan trip requests, coordinating with pilots, maintenance, and internal customers to build efficient flight schedules.
• Prepare flight itineraries, trip packets, and passenger manifests for all scheduled trips.
• Coordinate crew scheduling to ensure compliance with company flight, duty, and rest-time regulations and identify and resolve scheduling conflicts as they arise.
• Locate alternate aircraft or contract lift when scheduling conflicts or maintenance issues occur.
• Monitor department aircraft while in flight, including availability during off-hours, weekends, and holidays to support schedule changes or irregular operations.
• Maintain accurate flight records, including passenger manifests, hours flown, and business purpose, and prepare summary reports for the Federal Aviation Administration and company records.
• Maintain current knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration regulations, industry best practices, and department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Arrange all trip logistics, including fixed-base operator services, fuel, ground transportation, and catering for crew and passengers.
• Coordinate international trip requirements, including overflight and landing permits, visas, customs, and security, working with outside vendors as needed.
• Support the Director of Aviation with vendor management, invoice reconciliation, and other budget-related administrative tasks.
• Provide general administrative support to the aviation department as needed.
• Lead by example with honesty, integrity, and strong ethical standards in everything you do.
• Strive to exceed customer expectations by providing options when business needs change.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of scheduling, dispatch, or administrative support experience.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with executive-level passengers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support flight operations and last-minute trip requests.

Preferred qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working in a corporate or business aviation environment.
• Federal Aviation Administration Dispatcher certification or equivalent business aviation dispatch experience.
• Familiarity with aviation scheduling software (e.g., BART, FOS, PFM, or similar).
• Experience coordinating international trip logistics, including permits, visas, and customs requirements.

Pay and schedule

This position has a target wage of $26.00 - $39.25 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance and optional group life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability protection
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off

Physical requirements

• Lift and load travel bags onto aircraft.
• Move equipment or supplies within the company hangar.
• Access files, supplies, and equipment as needed.