Flight Control Agent

Lynden Air Cargo is looking for a Flight Control Agent to help keep our global operations running smoothly. In this key role, you’ll release domestic and international flights, maintain accurate and timely flight information, and make critical decisions around cancellations or amendments in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Why You Want To Work For Lynden Air Cargo

• Career development: Annual wage reviews with advancement through internal promotions.
• Medical insurance: 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month.
• Dental & vision: Low employee payroll deduction.
• Health insurance for your family: Cover your entire family with medical, dental and vision for $222/month.
• Healthcare savings account: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Retirement savings: 401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched additional annual retirement contribution.
• Employee assistance program: No cost to you
• Life insurance, long term disability and AD&D: No cost to you
• Paid Time Off: PTO accrual increases with years of service
• Tuition reimbursement program: Up to $3500 per year after one year of service
  
  

The Essential Duties Of This Position Are

• Ensure all flight operations comply with Company policies, FAA regulations, and Operations Specifications
• Evaluate current and forecasted weather, route conditions, and airport facilities before releasing each flight
• Share critical operational information—such as weather, facilities, and services—with the Pilot in Command (PIC) to support safe decision‑making
• Partner with the PIC to determine when a flight release needs to be amended or canceled to maintain safety
• Apply working knowledge of aircraft Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL), performance limitations, and weight and balance requirements
• Keep Company departments and customers informed with timely updates on flight activity and status
• Work closely with the Crew Scheduling team to verify crew legalities and support accurate flight schedules
• Proactively report safety‑related concerns to supervisory personnel to help maintain a strong safety culture
  
  

Qualifications And Licenses Applicable To This Position Are

• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate preferred
  
  

Skills, abilities and experience needed to be eligible for this position are:

• Comfortable using computers and common software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as printers and copiers
• Familiarity with aircraft Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL), basic performance concepts, and weight and balance
• Experience with flight operations or aviation-related software systems
• Ability to use radios and telephones and complete required forms and documentation accurately
• Ability to obtain and hold a Secure Identification Display Access (SIDA) badge through the Ted Stevens International Airport
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or two to three years related experience and/or training, with experience in international operations
• Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, nights and holidays
  
  

A post-conditional offer of employment drug test and background investigation are required.

Random drug testing is required of all Lynden Air Cargo employees.