Coordinator Load Planning

Overview

The Coordinator Load Planning performs weight & balance calculations to ensure safe and efficient use of Jet Blue aircraft. The Coordinator takes proactive measures to avoid potential weight & balance issues, in-turn reducing delay risk, and ensures that the aircraft load is within acceptable center of gravity condition for takeoff, flight and landing.

• Perform weight and balance related activities on Jet Blue Airways flights
• Plan and communicate payload data and compartment load plans on a timely basis
• Manage the processing of flights including weight restrictions and closeout procedures
• Communicate with and supports Station Operations, Flight Crews, System Operations and Dispatch as it relates to weight and balance activities
• Work with Dispatch and Flight Crews to resolve payload, fuel, and weight restriction issues

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
• One (1) year of airline Operations experience or educational background in aviation
• Must be available to work shift work, which includes nights, weekends, holidays, and shifts of varying lengths
• Ability to work well with others, perform under pressure and under fixed time constraints
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Available for overnight travel (10%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

• Two (2) years of Jet Blue Airport and/or Ground Operations experience
• Experience in determining aircraft weight and balance limitations
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
• Able to maintain a professional appearance
• When working or traveling on Jet Blue flights, and if time permits, all capable crew members are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the Jet Blue culture, that is, exhibit the Jet Blue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
• Promote Jet Blue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting Jet Blue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
• Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including Jet Blue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
• Uphold Jet Blue’s safety performance metric goals and understanding how they relate to their duties and responsibilities

• Computer and other office equipment
• Traditional office environment
• Flexible shifts, weekends, holidays and extended hours

• Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

• The starting pay for this position starts at $23.56 per hour. Base pay is one component of Jet Blue’s total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crew member stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on Jet Blue, and more.

Jet Blue Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Nearest Major Market: Brooklyn
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City