How much does a Flight Dispatcher make in Washington, DC? The average Flight Dispatcher salary in Washington, DC is $83,160 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $70,547 and $98,373. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Flight Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $59,064 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $70,547 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $83,160 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $98,373 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $112,223 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
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What is a Flight Dispatcher ?

A flight dispatcher (also known as an airline dispatcher, flight follower or flight operations officer) assists in planning flight paths, taking into account aircraft performance and loading, enroute winds, thunderstorm and turbulence forecasts, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions. Dispatchers also provide a flight following service and advise pilots if conditions change. They usually work in the operations center of the airline. In the United States and Canada, the flight dispatcher shares legal responsibility with the commander of the aircraft (joint responsibility dispatch system...

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Quotient inc - Greenbelt , MD
Apply to Quotient for this unique opportunity to work at NASA on one of their long-running programs. The projects are literally out-of-this-world! Quotient is seeking a senior-level Project Scheduler to support the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite Program (GOES) on a NASA contract working at Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD on a hybrid (in-office/ remote) work schedule. Responsibilities: Provide senior level scheduling support to spacecraft flight projects and/ or instruments being managed and/ or built at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center while following NASA procedures and guidelines. Maintain and contribute to the Integrated Program Master Schedule (IPMS). Maintain Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) baseline and understand and document all approved revisions and replans with scheduling software tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, and Milestones Pro. Conduct Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) to determine the critical path and evaluate schedule risks. Identify
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Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation - Manassas , VA
**Flight Test Pilot** Job Code **3190** Location **Manassas, VA** Location/s **Manassas, VA** **Flight Test Pilot** **Position Overview** Aurora Flight Sciences is seeking flight test pilots to support the development of highly advanced autonomous aircraft systems. Aurora is developing the next generation of aircraft, both manned and unmanned, and is looking for outstanding pilots and engineers to lead our test programs. This job requires a combination of engineering and flight test skills. The candidate will take an active role in the development, test planning, and test execution of cutting-edge new technology and products. This is your opportunity to test, evaluate and influence the aircraft of the future. Flight test pilots are actively engaged in the full test program for our manned and unmanned experimental aircraft, from development of a Test and Engineering Master Plan (TEMP) to test execution and reporting. Organization, strategic thinking, and planning skills are essential. T
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AMERICAN COUNCILS FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION ACTR/ACCELS - Washington , DC
Job Details Job Location Washington DC - Washington, DC Position Type Seasonal Description FLSA Status: Non-exempt POSITION DESCRIPTION The Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) and Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) programs are funded by the Educational and Cultural Affairs Bureau (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State. FLEX and YES provide one-year, life-changing scholarship exchange opportunities in the U.S. to competitively selected secondary school students from Europe, Eurasia, the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia. The Airport Assistant provides administrative and logistical support to FLEX and YES students during travel to the U.S. from their home countries and back. The Airport Assistant reports to the Assistant Operations Manager. Some work shifts occur outside of standard working hours, including early mornings and evenings. This is a temporary position based at area airports and covering the following dates (others may arise) in 2024: - May 9-10 - May 21 & 23 - May
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Supreme Court of the United States - Washington , DC
Summary To apply, please proceed to our Police Officer (Lateral/Certified) announcement and click the Apply button. When prompted, indicate that you are applying for the Dignitary Protection position. $77,441 - $132,391: Salary range for applicants currently employed as a federal, state, or municipal law enforcement officer with at least one year of full duty service after training. Starting salary is determined upon validation of the current annual base salary with locality pay of the selectee. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency This is a full-time position with the Dignitary Protection Unit of the Supreme Court of the United States Police Department. Applicants without law enforcement experience or those interested in uniformed police operations may apply to one of our other vacancy announcements: https://www.usajobs.gov/Search?k=SCUSPD Duties The Supreme Court of the United States Police is a
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Grupo Eulen - Arlington , VA
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to: Lift and carry cleaning equipment, cleaning trays, and cases of supplies to service the aircraft. In a timely manner, clean passenger seating, vacuum floors, and wipe down tray tables so aircraft is free of debris. Perform aircraft security inspection to comply with government and Company security requirements. Perform visual inspection of aircraft to ensure no items are left onboard the aircraft. Return items left by passengers or crew members to the appropriate authority. Mop galleys of aircraft and dispose of trash in designated dumpsters. Restock magazines, food, beverages and other supplies on the aircraft. Clean aircraft lavatories and empty waste receptacles. Arrives to work on time and at assigned post to ensure prompt servicing of the aircraft and on time departures. Load supplies onto cabin service truck and return unused supplies to designated area. Ensure cabin service supply room is kept i
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Gate Gourmet - Chantilly , VA
We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better. The position is responsible for supervising employees (drivers and driver assistants) that coordinate services between the kitchen and drivers and controls activities on the dock. Main Duties and Responsibilities: * Ensures quality production standards are maintained for all accounts * Responsible for obtaining control sheets and making assignments for team drivers to flights daily * Checks dock area to ensure that employees have required equipment and that trucks leave according to scheduled dock departure * Checks that all teams are catering correct aircraft and flights * Ensures that all employees are in compliance with safety procedures and Airport Transport Authority badging requirements * Works with management staff to improve performance of the unit * Assists teams with late flights and equipment changes * Responsible for getting information from airlines on service requirements and updates * Ma
- 3 days ago

Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Flight Dispatcher

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Flight Operations Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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