Flight Dispatch Operations Manager - SFO

About the Company

Pacific Aviation is an airport services provider with a long track record of supporting major airlines with high-quality ground and flight support. The organization has spent more than 30 years building its team and currently operates at three major West Coast airports: LAX, SFO, and SEA, with plans to grow into additional U.S. locations.

The company values an inclusive workplace and states that differences are welcomed and respected. Hiring, promotion, and performance decisions are based solely on merit.

About the Role

Pacific Aviation is hiring a Flight Operations Manager to guide, support, and mentor the team at SFO. The role focuses on flight dispatch, station coordination, regulatory compliance, operational safety, and team leadership.

Flight Operations

• Lead and coordinate flight operation and control activities for regional stations through flight dispatchers and other supporting staff.

Experience and Technical Requirements

• At least five years of experience in flight operations.
• Valid FAA Flight Dispatch License.
• Preferred familiarity with SITA, ARINC, LIDO, Jeppesen, and Sabre communication or flight planning systems.
• Training required for carrier assignments under CFR 14 Parts 121, 129, and 135, as well as CFR 14 Part 120 and CFR 49 Part 40.
• Ability to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory bodies and airport requirements.
• Capability to carry out aircraft performance-related work.

Leadership and Operational Expectations

• Provide strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal support to the team.
• Use sound judgment to solve problems and stay effective in high-pressure situations.
• Prioritize tasks, manage time well, and maintain efficiency throughout the day.
• Be available for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain responsibility for flight safety.
• Oversee the preparation and filing of computerized flight and ATC plans for international, trans-Pacific, and trans-Atlantic operations.
• Deliver complete weather and operational briefings to flight crews and review weather, NOTAM, and ATC data to support safe, compliant operations aligned with airline SOPs.
• Supervise both Flight Operations and Weight & Balance functions.
• Coordinate with senior management, clients, vendors, airport authorities, and government agencies to keep station activity compliant with federal, state, company, and airline rules.
• Develop and manage Flight Dispatch and Weight & Balance staff to improve on-time performance, staffing, training, and safety.
• Create staff schedules that make effective use of personnel and facilities.
• Prepare reports related to flight operations, payroll, and client billing.
• Work within budget limits.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $72,000, plus performance-based bonus potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off.

Working Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring availability for rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends to support operational needs.