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Barry Schlatter

Sr Aircraft Dispatcher & System Controller

Noblesville,IN

Summary

Talented Aircraft Dispatcher offering 35+ years of experience in flight surveillance, scheduling and routing. Leveraging wide-ranging talents in planning and coordination. Dependable Aviation Specialist accustomed to multitasking across many applications at one time. Remains calm under pressure to deliver clear instructions for timely action.

Overview

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Certifications

Work History

Aircraft Dispatcher / Airline System Controller

FedEx Express

Memphis, TN

03.1994 - 01.2020

Responsible for preparing and filing flight plans containing current weather, NOTAMS, and other information required for the safety of flight.
Communicated effectively with flight crews, management, maintenance, and station personnel to ensure flights can operate during normal and irregular operations.
Successfully interviewed, trained and familiarized 60+ new hires with software used by the company as well as policies and procedures.
Initiated emergency procedures and notify all relevant parties when necessary.
Followed FAR Parts 121 ♦ regulations. 91 ♦ Supp 135 rules and regulations.
During abnormal OPS, regularly set up ad hoc flights to recover customers' products equaling over 1/2 million pounds of cargo→ Weekly.
Performed additional duties as assigned by the Manager of GOC.

Sales Manager/Store Owner

ADDmore Vertical Blinds

Bayshore N.Y, New York

01.1991 - 04.1993

Worked with numerous customers to understand needs and provide dedicated sales service.
Drove operational improvements with sales and installs which resulted in savings and improved profit margins by 150%.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing precise customer concerns, wants and needs. 150% effort and performance which lead to a 2nd store opening its doors.
Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget and managed inventory control and cash control.

International Aircraft Dispatcher

Pan American World Airways

Jamaica KJFK, NY

08.1989 - 12.1991

Analyzed FAR121 International flight plans to determine best choice for weather conditions, mechanical issues and other unexpected problems.
Evaluated weather trends along routes and notified crews of adverse weather conditions, and duty times, while coordinated schedules.
Recorded flight status changes on aircraft schedule log and verified crew coverage for all flights.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships

Configuration Engineer

Grumman Aerospace

Bethpage Black, NY

01.1985 - 07.1988

Supervising engineer during subcontractor data requirements during development of Joint Stars, Navy E-2C, and Tomcat F-14 programs.
Supervised group that technically reviewed all aircraft changes, including Hardware inspection data engineering drawings and developmental deviations.
Managed and monitored installed systems for highest level of availability.
Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Dowling College

Oakdale, NY

09.1980 -

Associate of Science - Aerospace Engineering

SUNY Farmingdale

Farmingdale, NY

09.1978 -

Skills

Multi-tasking problem-solver

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to effectively prioritize and manage my time while multitasking across systems and applications

Excellent Phone and face to face communication with thousands' of various individuals

Organizational leadership skills

Flight safety

Part121 and Charter Flight planning