Dispatcher pay at majors or JetBlue
02-06-2015, 06:09 PM
#2
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Aug 2014
Posts: 104
Google is a marvelous thing. 
I've wondering this question myself at times.
My research shows the range is probably about $40 to $60K for inexperienced dispatchers at smaller / regional carriers.
And with airline experience, the larger network carriers probably pay $70K to $100K with some experienced dispatchers drawing up to $150K with overtime.
My sources below:
-------------------------------------
Salary
Dispatcher's salaries vary greatly among airlines with senior dispatchers at major airlines easily earning over $100,000 per year. In 1999, a few dispatchers were known to have earned close to $150,000 with overtime.
Senior dispatchers at one major airline work 4, 10-hours shifts a week and enjoy 4 days off each week between these 40 hour, 4 day weeks.
On the other hand, entry level positions at smaller carriers start in the $20,000 per year range and feature 8 hour shifts, 5 days a week.
Dispatchers can expect to work "shift work" and should plan on occasionally working midnight shifts and holidays, especially when junior in their respective offices.
Most major airlines only hire experienced dispatchers with considerable time at smaller carriers, or else selected candidates already employed by the company with many years of internal airline experience. As an example, at one of the nations largest airlines, candidates are selected from within the company. The average successful candidate has 15-20 years of seniority within the airline with supervisory experience in a variety of operational areas. This airline does not hire outside of the company. Another airline recently hired 10 dispatchers. Each of the new dispatchers were selected from the ranks of other airlines and had 10 years average dispatch experience.
Graduates from dispatch schools will find a good job market, but realistically should not expect to be hired off the street by major airlines such as American, United or Delta. However, a good basis for future employment with a major airline is a 5 year stint with one of the smaller carriers. Most majors regard their dispatch positions as senior management level positions and require considerable experience in candidates before turning over the operational control of their flights to dispatchers.
http://www.dispatcher.org/salary
-------------------------------------
The following information is provided by Richard Wateska of Airline Flight Dispatcher Training Center. Entry level flight dispatchers earn between $42,000 - $60,000 with $110,000+ top end annual salary.
Flight Dispatcher Career Overview
-------------------------------------
Salary | Dispatcher
Flight Dispatcher Salary
A Flight Dispatcher earns an average salary of $50,398 per year. People in this job generally don't have more than 20 years' experience. Experience has a moderate effect on pay for this job.
*High end salary was reported at $94,659 with potential of $7 to $8K in additional bonuses and profit sharing. (134 people reporting)
Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 11 Dec 2014 | Individuals Reporting: 134
Flight Dispatcher Salary (United States)
-------------------------------------
FAA Flight Dispatcher jobs
Salary Estimate (as reported by Indeed.com users):
$40,000+ (50)
$60,000+ (15)
$90,000+ (2)
http://www.indeed.com/q-Faa-Flight-Dispatcher-jobs.html
I've wondering this question myself at times.
My research shows the range is probably about $40 to $60K for inexperienced dispatchers at smaller / regional carriers.
And with airline experience, the larger network carriers probably pay $70K to $100K with some experienced dispatchers drawing up to $150K with overtime.
My sources below:
-------------------------------------
Salary
Dispatcher's salaries vary greatly among airlines with senior dispatchers at major airlines easily earning over $100,000 per year. In 1999, a few dispatchers were known to have earned close to $150,000 with overtime.
Senior dispatchers at one major airline work 4, 10-hours shifts a week and enjoy 4 days off each week between these 40 hour, 4 day weeks.
On the other hand, entry level positions at smaller carriers start in the $20,000 per year range and feature 8 hour shifts, 5 days a week.
Dispatchers can expect to work "shift work" and should plan on occasionally working midnight shifts and holidays, especially when junior in their respective offices.
Most major airlines only hire experienced dispatchers with considerable time at smaller carriers, or else selected candidates already employed by the company with many years of internal airline experience. As an example, at one of the nations largest airlines, candidates are selected from within the company. The average successful candidate has 15-20 years of seniority within the airline with supervisory experience in a variety of operational areas. This airline does not hire outside of the company. Another airline recently hired 10 dispatchers. Each of the new dispatchers were selected from the ranks of other airlines and had 10 years average dispatch experience.
Graduates from dispatch schools will find a good job market, but realistically should not expect to be hired off the street by major airlines such as American, United or Delta. However, a good basis for future employment with a major airline is a 5 year stint with one of the smaller carriers. Most majors regard their dispatch positions as senior management level positions and require considerable experience in candidates before turning over the operational control of their flights to dispatchers.
http://www.dispatcher.org/salary
-------------------------------------
The following information is provided by Richard Wateska of Airline Flight Dispatcher Training Center. Entry level flight dispatchers earn between $42,000 - $60,000 with $110,000+ top end annual salary.
Flight Dispatcher Career Overview
-------------------------------------
Salary | Dispatcher
Flight Dispatcher Salary
A Flight Dispatcher earns an average salary of $50,398 per year. People in this job generally don't have more than 20 years' experience. Experience has a moderate effect on pay for this job.
*High end salary was reported at $94,659 with potential of $7 to $8K in additional bonuses and profit sharing. (134 people reporting)
Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 11 Dec 2014 | Individuals Reporting: 134
Flight Dispatcher Salary (United States)
-------------------------------------
FAA Flight Dispatcher jobs
Salary Estimate (as reported by Indeed.com users):
$40,000+ (50)
$60,000+ (15)
$90,000+ (2)
http://www.indeed.com/q-Faa-Flight-Dispatcher-jobs.html
09-23-2015, 07:31 PM
#8
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Nov 2011
Position: Volleyball Player
Posts: 4,024
How much would it hurt? It's one more cert in the pocket that could become useful at some point. Typically, its not a long class and the checkride isn't terribly difficult. Flight planning is flight planning and you might be surprised how much is similar to planning an XC flight in a piston aircraft. I took the class, did the written, but never followed up and took the practical. I really should have though, it would have qualified me for yet another position here in the FAA. I won't comment on whether or not it's a good idea to pursue a dispatch career, but as a pilot, it's always good to have more stuff to fall back on...
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
