Flight Services Manager, Sports Charter

Overview

Join Our Team at Wheels Up

At Wheels Up, we're proud to be a global leader in on-demand private aviation. As one of the largest companies in the industry and a strategic partner of Delta Air Lines – we are committed to making private air travel safe, reliable, and enjoyable. With a diverse fleet of owned aircraft plus a global network of trusted charter operators, we offer our customers access to the right aircraft for their needs and the ability to fly on their terms.

And it doesn’t stop at private flights. Wheels Up also provides freight services, safety and security solutions, and managed services to individuals, businesses, government agencies, and more. Regardless of how, when or where you want to fly, our mission is simple; deliver a premium, personalized aviation experience for every customer.

Role Overview:
What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will coordinate the end-to-end execution of our Sports Clients' Charter flights by managing key operational details and ensuring flight itineraries are accurate and aligned.

You will work closely with the Relationship Manager and internal teams to deliver exceptional day-of-flight experiences while handling any irregular operations with precision, care, and professionalism. This is a key role ensuring operational excellence and member satisfaction.

Your Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Collaborate with assigned Relationship Manager to prepare and finalize accurate, high-quality flight itineraries
• Coordinate off-fleet quotes using Avinode and internal processes, reviewing and confirming operational alignment
• Conduct final quality checks on trip details, including catering, ground transportation, FBOs, and crew coordination, ensuring internal teams are informed
• Send timely day-before and day-of-flight communications to clients, including confirmation emails and app updates
• Proactively manage IROPs (irregular operations) by coordinating internally and communicating clear, and timely updates to the client
• Serve as a central point of contact for last-minute changes, ensuring logistics are swiftly adjusted and clearly communicated
• Maintain accuracy across platforms, documentation, and communications to uphold service standards and client trust
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the member trip experience

What You Bring to the Table:
Education & Certification Requirements

We’re looking for someone who has a unique mix of experience, skills, and passion for what we do:

• Experience in operations coordination, logistics, or flight scheduling
• Strong organizational and quality assurance skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving ability
• Proficiency in managing trip details in CRM or scheduling systems
• Minimum of 3-5 years sales support or customer service-related experience required
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in a high-touch customer service environment

The Extras We Value (Preferred Requirements)

While not mandatory, here are some additional things that would make you stand out:

• Familiarity with aviation operations, off-fleet charter tools such as Avinode, or logistics systems
• Experience coordinating complex travel or event itineraries
• Ability to anticipate issues and solve problems quickly
• Comfort working cross-functionally and managing time-sensitive opeartional updates

Physical Requirements

We want to make sure you’re fully equipped for success. Here’s a look at any physical requirements needed for this role:

Standard office and computer usage required

What We Offer:
Salary Range & Benefits

At Wheels Up, we believe in fair compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications, depending on a variety of factors. The range for the role is between $75, +…