Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

• This job is a member of the Integrated Operations Team within the Integrated Operations Division
• Responsible for supervising the daily operation, training, quality control and scheduling functions of Central Load Planning (CLP) ensuring weight & balance functions are at the highest level of safety. Responsible for on-time performance and collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders including airports, flight dispatch, OE, cargo, and the FAA. Oversees the CLP Safety Management System, CLP ASAP and Safety Assurance (SA) programs, time and attendance functions, coordinates operational research, and resolution of weight and balance issues during time critical phases of departure. Performs coaching and counseling for IAM Represented employees.

• Supervises CLP Crew Chiefs and Load Planners.
• Coordinates CLP policies & procedures with cross-functional teams and internal and external departments in support of the AA operation
• Maintains time & attendance records, personnel files, performance records and assists with hiring of Load Planners
• Conducts the Quality Control and Safety Assurance Program for Central Load Planning
• Supervises the CLP ASAP and SA programs including auditor scheduling, selection, and audit program development
• Reviews and analyzes safety assurance data to improve department productivity & efficiency
• Develops and executes applicable bids for CLP Duty Managers, Crew Chiefs, and Load Planners
• Responsible for workload allocation and desk coverage
• Coach and counsel IAM/TWU employees, ensuring adherence to Fleet Service contractual terms in overseeing Central Load Planning
• Interprets company policies for team members and enforces safety regulations
• Oversees CLP training programs, including initial, recurrent, and monthly exams
• Develops and updates curriculum, course materials, facilitator guides, and training booklets for in-class and on-the-job training
• Develops and maintains departmental manuals including CLPOM and Load Planner desk reference
• Coordinates with IOC Business Technology and AA IT on implementation, development, and training of applicable safety protocols and automation

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelors’ Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• 2 years of leadership experience
• 1 year of experience with FOS and/or PSS
• Working knowledge of Load Planning System
• Familiarity in a union environment
• Experience with the AA Safety Management System (SMS) including ASAP and/or LOSA
• Thorough familiarity with all aspects of AA operations, policies, and procedures
• Previous experience conducting operational research
• Prior airport experience

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, planning and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels within the organization from front-line employees to senior leadership
• Ability to pass FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privilege to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
• Ability to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable
• Ability to mentor and teach Load Planners safety assurance and auditor appropriate skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and complete projects on time

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.