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Career Opportunities in Systems Operations Control at Republic Airways

Behind all the commercial flights you see in the air, you’ll find the people on the ground who make sure flights, crews and passengers get where they need to be. At Republic Airways, those airline jobs are found in our Systems Operations Control (SOC). The SOC is at the heart of airline operations, and the aviation professionals who work there are in direct contact with our flight crews to ensure flights operate safely, every time. With over 900 daily flights to destinations in the U.S., Canada and Caribbean, there’s never a dull moment in the SOC!

The SOC operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. It’s a great scenario for those who thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working a non-typical 9-5 day. Two of the key positions in the SOC are Crew Scheduler and Dispatcher. Both roles are crucial to daily airline operations, and your opportunities are elevated in these high-demand careers at Republic.

What Is a Crew Scheduler?

Becoming a Crew Scheduler in our SOC is a great opportunity to work in the heart of the airline’s operation. There are many moving parts and pieces in this customer service position. Crew Schedulers navigate situations such as weather disruptions, Associates’ illness and maintenance delays. They come up with viable solutions to ensure that each flight goes out safely and on time with a legal and qualified crew.

Republic’s Crew Schedulers work at our state-of-the-art SOC in Indianapolis. You do not need a college degree or any previous experience to become a Crew Scheduler. If you’re 18 years of age, have a high school diploma and are dependable, decisive and able to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure work environment, you’d make a great Crew Scheduler! Benefits of this entry-level airport job include:

• Work four days on, three days off
• Ten-hour shifts
• Opportunity for shift trades
• On-the-job-training and annual training
• Flight privileges with our partner airlines American, Delta and United

Learn more about becoming a Crew Scheduler and apply on our website.

What Is a Dispatcher?

Dispatchers are directly involved in monitoring flight operations, individual flight planning and monitoring, providing weather information for flight crews, coordinating with ground operations on any crew or aircraft changes and much more.

Crew Schedulers coordinate with and can find themselves transitioning to a Dispatcher role after a year or more of successfully filling the demands of Scheduler. If you would like to enjoy a challenging and rewarding career as a Dispatcher but have no previous experience, become a Dispatcher Apprentice. The Republic Aircraft Dispatcher Apprenticeship Program offers paid training and a great career opportunity. Highlights include:

• Six-week course including preparation for the FAA dispatch licensing exam, oral and practical exams
• Upon successful licensing, receive immediate opportunity to become a Republic Dispatcher
• Dispatchers receive benefits including medical, vision and dental
• Dispatchers can travel the world using flight benefits with our partner airlines American, Delta and United

If you’re interested in the Dispatcher Apprenticeship Program, get details on our website and apply online.

Crew Schedulers and Dispatchers salaries at Republic generally begin at over $40,000. Dispatchers are in high demand and will have numerous opportunities for success within Republic Airways and, should they choose, at our mainline partners. Interested? Get more information on Republic Dispatcher roles on our website.

The SOC is an exciting place to work with extensive opportunity for growth. Schedule a great career move by becoming a Crew Scheduler or Dispatcher and thrive in an airline job in the center of the aviation industry.