Tactical Operations Controller

Company Overview

Vista America is an operating partner of Vista – the world’s first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies. Vista has a global workforce of 4,000 aviation professionals and has flown corporations, governments and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of the world.

Every flight is tailored to ensure seamless travel with maximum efficiency so clients can be in more meetings or locations within the shortest period of time. The Group's mission is to lead the change to provide clients with the most advanced flying services at the very best value, anytime, anywhere around the world.

Vista's fast-paced growth and its relationship with the best partner operators opens the door to lifelong career opportunities across the group. Due to the expansion of flight activities, we are seeking a determined and highly motivated Tactical Controller.

As a Tactical Operations Controller
, you'll take charge of the Tactical Phase of flights - from the very start to the completion of post-flight operations. Your role will include full overview of the fleet on a Tactical level by adhering to the required procedures.

Rotating schedule - 10 hours each shift, 4 days on, 4 days off.

Throughout your career with Vista America, you will have the opportunity to work across all facets of flight operations. Starting as a Tactical Controller with potential to progress to other roles within OCC and get more involved in flight following, fleet scheduling, operational feasibility, or as a Duty Manager, overseeing and ensuring smooth aircraft operations of the entire company.

• Updating and maintaining the daily tactical log
• Exercise Movement Control and Flight Tracking with precision
• Handling irregular operations swiftly, communicating delays, diversions, last-minute changes and other potential schedule disruptions
• Monitoring crew briefing acknowledgements and making crew activations / wake-up calls as applicable by relevant AOC's procedures
• Monitoring ATFM restrictions and Flight re-routing
• Managing Ground arrangements and permits crucial to the day's flight, including close-out messages and ETA updates to CBP
• ATS FPL management and weather monitoring

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with a course of study/major in business, aviation, or operations management; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels of an organization
• Familiarity with FAA regulations pertaining to Part 91, 121, 125 or 135 airline operations preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and aptitude to learn customized company software programs
• Knowledge of core job competencies including, but not limited to, flight planning, international operations, weather, and ATC

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401k program with company matching and no vesting period.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance and Long/Short term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career progression

By joining today, your career will not be limited by opportunities within Vista America's OCC team. Our aim is to provide opportunities for growth, which is why we have revolutionized the way we provide long-term careers. With flexibility of movement through the Vista group, there is great opportunity to steer, develop and further shape your career.