Flight Control Agent

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.