Pentastar Aviation

Flight Operations Intern

Pentastar Aviation  •  Waterford, MI (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

The Flight Operations Intern (FOI) position is located in the Operations Control Center and reports to the Director of Flight Services (DOFS). It is a paid position and expectations are a working schedule of 40 hours per week with varying days and shift hours to best allocate the learning experience as well as contributing to the resource needs of the department.

Core responsibilities to include:

· Flight Planning & Dispatch Support: Assist with monitoring weather conditions, preparing flight documentation, and reviewing flight plans.

· Operational Data Analysis: Collect and analyze operational metrics, such as fuel data, flight delays, or pilot safety metrics and flight segment activity.

· Regulatory Compliance: Help maintain aircraft historical records and aircraft flight logs.

· Flight Administration, Flight Software & Publications: Support Flight Management in operational needs to outside departments and customers.

· Communication & Coordination: Act as a liaison between other departmental employees, pilots, ground, and charter staff to ensure smooth information transfer.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Skills

· Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautical Science, or a related field.

· Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and familiarity with flight planning systems like FlightAware or Jeppesen.

· Aviation Knowledge: A foundational understanding of FAA regulations, weather reports (METARs/TAFs), and basic familiarization with Corporate aircrfaft.

· Soft Skills: Extreme attention to detail, ability to communicate clearly , and proactive problem-solving.

· Certifications (Optional): Private Pilot license

Capstone Project

· Concluding the internship, be prepared to present in some form an operational improvement business case for a particular software, business process, or operational need affecting operational quality and efficiency.

Pentastar Aviation

About Pentastar Aviation

Since 1964, Pentastar Aviation has carved out a reputation as the premier private aviation services provider in the United States, setting the standard by providing an unparalleled travel experience to our customers. Each day we stay true to our mission of exceeding customers’ expectations by adhering to the highest standards of safety and service quality with professionalism and integrity.

Among other awards from Professional Pilot and Pilot’s Choice, Pentastar has been awarded as the #1 FBO in the Americas for an unprecedented four years in a row – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. In 2023 and 2024, we ranked among the top 10 in all five survey categories, standing alone as the only FBO to achieve that incredible status. The AIN FBO survey evaluates FBOs based on five categories: line service, passenger amenities, pilot amenities, facilities, and customer service representatives.

Our success is built on our commitment to exceptional experiences, made possible by assembling the industry’s best professionals. We focus on fostering a work environment where connection, growth, and excellence thrive. At Pentastar, the sky’s the limit for your career.

An exceptional aviation experience. Every time. That’s the Pentastar promise.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Waterford Township, Michigan
Year Founded
1964
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