Flight Dispatcher

1w1 week ago

Johnson & Johnson

Trenton, US · Full-time · $89,000 – $143,750

About this role

Johnson & Johnson Aviation seeks a Flight Dispatcher to join the Aviation Team in West Trenton, NJ. Be part of a dynamic, driven, and inclusive team leading in safety, standards, and training. Support executive travel using best-in-class aircraft like a state-of-the-art helicopter for the BOS–NYC–DC corridor and ultra-long-range Gulfstream jets for global operations.

In this pivotal role, ensure safe, reliable, and efficient flight operations by supporting critical dispatch functions. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate flight schedules, maintain regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional service to passengers and crew. Drive continuous improvement in operational effectiveness.

Serve as primary point of contact for executive leadership, flight crews, service providers, and airport authorities. Arrange ground transportation, catering, hotel accommodations, and special requests. Monitor flights through a flight following system and respond to after-hours calls.

This hybrid position requires an in-office presence 3 days per week. Offers meaningful career growth within business aviation and the chance to build expertise in a Fortune 50 flight department. Join where innovation meets purpose and contributions shape corporate aviation.

Requirements

FAA Flight Dispatcher Certificate
Knowledge of FAA and ICAO regulations
Proficiency in flight planning, weather analysis, and NOTAM interpretation
Experience with flight following systems and electronic logs
Familiarity with international travel documentation including visas and customs
Ability to coordinate with FBOs, fuel vendors, and aviation service providers
Availability for irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and IS-BAO standards

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule domestic and international travel for employees and guests using company and charter aircraft, ensuring compliance with FAA, ICAO, and company regulations
Maintain accurate flight records, schedules, electronic logs, and sensitive passenger and crew documentation
Serve as primary point of contact for executive leadership, flight crews, service providers, and airport authorities
Arrange ground transportation, catering, hotel accommodations, and special requests in collaboration with executive assistants and flight crews
Support flight operations through flight planning assistance, weather and NOTAM analysis, airport feasibility reviews, and coordination of fueling, permits, and slot requests
Monitor flights through a flight following system and respond to after-hours, weekend, or holiday calls
Ensure compliance with international travel requirements including passports, visas, customs, and health documentation
Participate in the Safety Management System (SMS), emergency response planning (ERP), audits (e.g., IS-BAO), and annual familiarization flights