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.

Job overview and 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.

Assign open flying to qualified flight crew members according to FAA Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), the United Pilot Agreement, and company policiesAnalyze pilot staffing, time off requests, assignments, and trip tradesApply cost effective scheduling practices while adhering to all FAA FAR and United Pilot Agreement work rulesAssist 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 UnitedAirlines pilots, ensuring an exceptional level of internal customer serviceSupport in training new schedulers via on-the-job training sessionsOpportunity for additional responsibilities related to crew scheduling operations and planning may be available or assigned based on operational needs

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.

Job overview and 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.

Assign open flying to qualified flight crew members according to FAA Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), the United Pilot Agreement, and company policiesAnalyze pilot staffing, time off requests, assignments, and trip tradesApply cost effective scheduling practices while adhering to all FAA FAR and United Pilot Agreement work rulesAssist 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 UnitedAirlines pilots, ensuring an exceptional level of internal customer serviceSupport in training new schedulers via on-the-job training sessionsOpportunity for additional responsibilities related to crew scheduling operations and planning may be available or assigned based on operational needs

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

High School diploma or equivalentDemonstrated track record of strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skillsPerform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions with a high level of accuracyAbility to exercise flexibility and good judgment while managing stress in high-pressure situationsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervisionStrong written and verbal communication skillsGood computer knowledge and adaptability to new computer toolsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

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

Bachelor’s degree or related experienceAdditional consideration given to specializations in aviation, transportation and logistics, strategic planning, engineering, or technology1-2 years relevant crew scheduling or airline experience1-2 years scheduling operations experience and/or experience working in a fast pace environment requiring high volume customer interaction

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

High School diploma or equivalentDemonstrated track record of strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skillsPerform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions with a high level of accuracyAbility to exercise flexibility and good judgment while managing stress in high-pressure situationsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervisionStrong written and verbal communication skillsGood computer knowledge and adaptability to new computer toolsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

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

Bachelor’s degree or related experienceAdditional consideration given to specializations in aviation, transportation and logistics, strategic planning, engineering, or technology1-2 years relevant crew scheduling or airline experience1-2 years scheduling operations experience and/or experience working in a fast pace environment requiring high volume customer interaction