The Manager, Crew Planning leads all Crew Planning functions to ensure crew resources are used safely, compliantly, and efficiently. This role oversees crew pairing and schedule construction while balancing operational demands, labor agreements, and regulatory requirements. Success in the position requires clear, timely communication with company executives and union leadership. The Manager also leads a team of five professionals focused on delivering strong planning results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of all crew pairings and PBS schedules.
• Forecast crewmember line averages and reserve coverage by aircraft type, fleet, and domicile.
• Establish and validate block, connection, duty, firebreak and rest requirement buffer values; assess effectiveness following each bid month.
• Produce and present monthly reports comparing planned versus actual staffing, including absences and attrition.
• Collaborate closely with Pilot and Flight Attendant union leadership regarding schedule changes, bid awards, and staffing levels.
• Oversee training and ongoing education for Inflight PBS SAFAs (Special Assignment Flight Attendants).
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement approved automation and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FAA regulations, labor agreements, and company policies related to pairing and schedule construction.
• Lead, coach, and develop direct reports through performance management, feedback, and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises a team of Crew Planning professionals.

Competencies Required

• Ethics and Values - Serves as a champion to employees and projects that are beneficial to the company. Displays courage and willingness to take an unpopular stance to make positive long-term progress for individuals and the organization.
• Knows Our Business - Looks for ways to improve our success operationally and through people. Understands how all aspects of the business operate in a systemic way. Technically and professionally skilled to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Builds Trust and Decision Making - Models honesty and open communications in large group meetings. Responds to challenge in a positive way – sees as an opportunity to learn new perspectives and perhaps improve the organization.
• Drive for Results by Inspiring Others - Builds passion and enthusiasm for the organization’s mission. Identifies measurements that will drive long term positive results, and shares the rationale, thus engaging the organization.
• Know Your Team and Leading People - Inspires organization to build effective work relationships that are based on strengths and focused on achieving organizational goals, understanding and utilizing each team member’s interests and development goals. As a leader, proactively sees opportunities for talented and diverse staff to work with upper leadership to promote development and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of airline experience in Crew Planning, Crew Scheduling, Crew Staffing, OE Scheduling, or Training Scheduling strongly preferred.
• 1-2 years of supervisory or people leadership experience 
• 5 years of supervisory or people leadership preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience in Jeppesen Crew Pairing, Altitude PBS, and Sabre CrewTrac strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and be able to work with all levels of an organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate status effectively.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment subject to critical deadlines and can also be performed remotely depending on the task.
• Must be able to work extra hours when necessary, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Some travel may be necessary.
• Minimal physical exertion such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and light lifting of boxes, bags files, and electronic equipment not more than 30 lbs.

What We Offer

Providing world-class service to our customers starts with providing world-class benefits to our employees. Endeavor Air employees receive a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of benefits to choose from and some of the best perks around.

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

FLSA StatusSalary Minimum Position Pay RangeUSD $84,800.00/Yr. Maximum Position Pay RangeUSD $102,600.00/Yr.