Air Traffic Manager

About Us

Endeavor Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. Flying as Delta Connection, Endeavor operates 141 regional jets on 750 daily flights to 122 destinations in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., Endeavor has hub operations in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Minneapolis, New York, and Raleigh-Durham, and 11 maintenance bases across our network.

Our Culture

We know that our people are our greatest assets, and we are committed to building a culture where employees love coming to work each day. At Endeavor Air, we foster a diverse, culturally-rich and safe workplace where employees are treated with dignity and respect. With a culture built on safety, excellence, and teamwork, Endeavor offers limitless potential for aviation professionals looking to start or continue their careers.

Our team promotes an inclusive environment in all aspects of the airline and our operation. As an EEO employer, we provide opportunities for all qualified candidates without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, or disabled status.

Overview

The Air Traffic Manager assists in overseeing and coordinating daily operations as they relate to ATC Traffic Flow Management constraints. This role involves tactical interaction with the Delta OCC Strategic Planning Team as well as the FAA System Command Center (ATCSCC). The ATM coordinates actions to minimize ATC delays, represents Endeavor Air at industry ATM events, and advocates for long-term ATM strategies to enhance safety, efficiency, and network reliability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal customers including the OCC team, Flight Ops, as well as the Delta OCC SPT to resolve issues involving ATC facilities and services.
• Monitor ATC Ops Planning Webinars/Telcons and relay information pertinent to EDV operations to the Bridge and, as appropriate, dispatchers for action.
• Monitor EDV route structure for accuracy and coordinate with associated ATC facilities for amendments to Preferred routes, including alternate route options (Recommended Routes) to expedite departures.
• Participate in ATCSCC PERTI (Plan, Execute, Review, Train, Improve) Review.
• Manage SABRE route database.
• Engage directly with the FAA Air Traffic Organization, System Operations leadership, in developing long-term relationships focused on EDV operational goals.
• Utilize expertise in ATC and airline/airport operations to support Endeavor’s network reliability and efficiency goals including airspace and route efficiency, capacity enhancements, diversion handling, and IROPS recovery processes.
• Work closely with Operations Analysis and Network Planning organizations to ensure that proposed schedule changes consider ATM and airport surface traffic flow impacts.
• Review ATC system efficiency daily to understand capacity issues that impact Endeavor’s operational goals (D0/A14/A0/B0/CCF).
• Fully participate in FAA Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) activities and sub-teams.
• Contribute to FAA airspace redesign efforts in coordination with the Delta OCC ATM team at key operational locations.
• Participate in industry forums that influence ATC modernization plans of the FAA.
• Be an advocate for ATM modernization including processes, procedures, and tools needed to improve airfield and airspace efficiency as they impact EDV operations.
• Participate in NY Delta / Delta Connection Summer Preparations, representing Endeavor OCC and engaging in ACC strategy sessions.

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies Required

• Ethics and Values - Supports positive change and diversity that will support healthy organizational growth. Serves as a champion for projects and programs that are beneficial to the company.
• Knows Our Business - Is informed and knowledgeable about trends in the field. Is willing to use own knowledge to constructively challenge institutional practices and systems that might be improved to increase organizational results.
• Building Trust & Decision Making - Treats all team members in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner, and values the input of all. Recognizes when analysis is sufficient to proceed with making a good decision.
• Drives For Results by Inspiring Others - Develops clear workable plans with timelines, goals, and ways to measure results. Fosters engagement across different teams. 
• Know Your Team & Leading People - Works inclusively with others on the team and across the organization to reach common goals. Is approachable and friendly. Is skilled at valuing differences; recognizing others; and listening for understanding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in air carrier (Part 121) airline operations, OCC, and/or ATC experience.
• FAA Certification as Pilot, Aircraft Dispatcher, and/or ATC Specialist.
• Thorough understanding of FAA Traffic Flow Management concepts; graduate of FAA TFM National Course #50113 preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, well-informed decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support the OCC team in executing operational strategies with ATC.
• Expertise in information management using OCC flight control, Delta ATM, and FAA SWIM (System-wide Information Management).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Repetitive motion such as typing.
• Computer work, in a typical office environment, sitting for the majority of the day.
• Minimal physical exertion such as: pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and light lifting of boxes, bags files, and electronic equipment not in excess of 30 lbs.
• Ability to work extra hours as required.
• Travel up to 25% may be necessary.

What We Offer

Providing world-class service to our customers starts with providing world-class benefits to our employees. Endeavor Air employees receive a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of benefits to choose from and some of the best perks around.

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80 air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

FLSA Status

Minimum Position Pay Range

Maximum Position Pay Range

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000