Crew Efficiency & Optimization Scheduler

Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology, ingenuity and kindness.”

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The Strategic Planning Scheduler plays a critical role in the long-range coordination, compliance, and optimization of crew resources across all scheduled operations under 14 CFR Parts 117 and 121. This position directly supports pilot qualification pipelines, resource utilization strategies, and systemwide staffing efficiency. As a key integrator across Crew Planning, Flight Operations, Inflight, Training, and Crew Services, the Strategic Planning Scheduler ensures regulatory adherence, maximizes operational readiness, and enables sustainable growth through proactive forecasting and planning

Here's what you'll do

Ensure full compliance with all FAR 117 and 121 regulations for Flight and Inflight crew members, including legality, duty/rest requirements, qualification timelines, and OE progress.

Strategically manage pilot qualification cycles, including Consolidation of Knowledge and Skills, high-minimums limitations, and takeoff/landing currency, ensuring deadlines are met without operational disruption.

Conduct periodic audits to ensure all work processes, data, and scheduling activities meet internal quality standards, CFR requirements, and readiness for FAA/IOSA evaluation.

Strategically schedule pilots and flight attendants upon completion of initial or recurrent training to ensure efficient deployment into active operations

Optimize and coordinate Operating Experience (OE) schedules for pilots and flight attendants

Schedule and manage pilot line checks in alignment with regulatory requirements and operational needs

Coordinate and schedule flight attendant observations and performance evaluations • Schedule Instructor checks and maintain qualification timelines

Build optimized crew schedules for pilots and flight attendants returning from leave to ensure smooth operational reintegration

Remove pilots and flight attendants from schedules when transitioning to long-term leave or separation, ensuring minimal operational disruption.

Strategically assign Airport Ready Reserve coverage for flight attendants to maintain operational readiness

Optimize pilot reserve coverage by repositioning reserves between bases to address operational needs

Optimize flight attendant reserve coverage by repositioning reserves between bases for coverage gaps

Monitor operational demand and proactively adjust reserve allocations to improve efficiency and reduce disruptions Training Qualification Scheduling

Schedule Onboard Charter Representative training to support operational readiness

Coordinate training-related scheduling to ensure compliance with qualification and currency requirements

Partner with Training and Operational Leadership to align scheduling with business needs

Arrange travel accommodation for all training events and out-of-base reserve assignments

Coordinate travel logistics for crew repositioning, training events, and operational requirements

Optimize travel decisions to balance cost-efficiency and operational effectiveness

Maintain accuracy and completeness of all data within the Crew Management System, ensuring real-time reliability for all departments.

Perform ongoing system maintenance and assist with process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and operational predictability.

Identify opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency and crew utilization

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scheduling processes and operational workflows

Support strategic workforce planning initiatives to improve operational performance

Maintain compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and operational standards

Here's what you'll need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

1+ years of crew scheduling or crew operations experience in a Part 121 environment.

Demonstrated understanding of FAR 117 and 121 regulations, including 121.434 and qualification/consolidation requirements.

Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced operational environment with strong performance under pressure.

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational discipline, and commitment to accuracy.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

Positive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Ability to work varied hours when necessary to support operational and training cycles.

Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with NavBlue, Crew Management Systems, or advanced scheduling platforms.

Crew payroll, qualification tracking, or flight op…