Manager, Operations Control Center Planning

At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as an Operations Control Center (OCC) Planning Manager. The primary responsibility of the position is overseeing the aircraft dispatchers' day-to-day flight operations and performance. The successful candidate will have a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Dispatch Certificate, excellent knowledge and experience with Flightscape CAE Next Gen operations suite, and a minimum of five years of experience with a Part 121 airline's operation center. This position will report to the Director, Operations Control Center.

Essential Duties:

• Compliance within the Operations Department with company policy, legal requirements, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and Federal Aviation Standards and Regulations
• Provide strong leadership over the Dispatchers, Dispatch Supervisors, and Dispatch Coordinators that conveys the company's commitment to the highest possible safety standards
• Ensure dispatcher, dispatch supervisor, and dispatch coordinator staffing is appropriate
• Responsible for the scheduling and administration of the dispatchers' (including dispatch supervisor and dispatch coordinator) time-off, including vacation
• Responsible for ensuring dispatchers' (including dispatch supervisor and dispatch coordinator) pay is accurate
• Responsible for frequent and clear communication about operational issues to Piedmont leadership and AA (as applicable)
• Ensure dispatcher schedules and rest requirements adhere to all applicable regulations
• Ensure that Dispatchers have the necessary resources to perform the functions of their positions in compliance with company policy and procedures and all applicable regulations
• Execute safety risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion in accordance with Safety Management System (SMS) principles
• Maintain a presence within the OCC and be proactive in helping the OCC Managers plan Piedmont's response to Irregular Operations, including but not limited to: weather issues, aircraft mechanical issues, or IT issues impacting OCC systems
• On-call responsibilities as required

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

• Five (5) years of airline management experience
• Valid FAA dispatch certificate
• Comprehensive knowledge of civil aviation regulations, standards, and recommended practices
• Ability to demonstrate strong leadership, strategic vision, and managerial competence
• Natural teamwork skills with demonstrable experience of leading and managing people
• Ability to self-discipline by setting and meeting strict deadlines while ensuring that other managers correspondingly adhere to such deadlines
• Creative, innovative and ideas driven; capable of identifying innovative strategic development opportunities and driving the creation of new ideas and/or stimulating other's, internally or externally to do so
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to develop strong working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
• Ability to fully assess situations, grasp issues, solve problems, and make clear concise recommendations on key operational decisions
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated individual with a high level of initiative and commitment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Qualified certifications in AI, data analytics (tableau, power BI), Six Sigma, or another equivalent
• Proven results in strategic planning, change management, stakeholder engagement, and performance optimization

Work Environment:

• Standard office/OCC environment, use of computers and other office equipment
• Some travel is required
• Flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate:
$100,000.00/Annual Salary

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.

Job Application Deadline:
November 13, 2026Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.