Flight Operations Agent On-site at Lufthansa Cargo

Ready to take your aviation career to new heights? As a Flight Operations Agent, you will be at the heart of our airport operations, coordinating critical activities across load control, cargo, ramp, and ground handling while working in a dynamic and international environment!

Apply now and become part of our team!

Tasks

The Flight Operations Agent role performs the following duties, among others:

• Calculation and Planning of load distribution for the aircraft taking into consideration the rules and regulations as per GOM
• Cargo onload optimization in regard to aircraft volume and weight
• Prepares flight relevant documents such as general declarations, permits for local customs authorities, etc.
• Produces arrival and departure notifications
• Dispatch of operational messages as well as other post flight activities
• Ensures that security and safety procedures are adhered to in accordance with set procedures
• Performs crew support such as briefings, crew catering and hotel bookings
• Supports monitoring and controlling subcontractors (including handling company), requesting corrective action when necessary to ensure required performance levels
• All other duties as assigned or required

Benefits

• 401k plan
• Long Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Short Disability
• Healthcare
• 15-20 Vacation Days
• Family Policy
• Flex Holidays
• up to 60 Sick Days
• Flight privileges
• Education

Requirements

Are you ready to Take-off with us? Know more about the requirements below:

• High School Diploma/ GED required
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent higher education diploma
• 3-6 years of experience in related positions desirable (can be substituted for a combination of education and job experience)
• Experience in airfreight handling and operations preferred
• Fluency in English required
• Knowledge of local customs regulations desirable
• Clean driving license
• Must be willing to work shifts
• Must possess a legal work permit in the U.S.
• CV/Resume required
• Company may provide relocation assistance