THOMAS COCHRAN
Saint George
Summary
Aviation operations professional experienced in Part 121 environments. Skilled in time-critical decision-making, weather and NOTAM analysis, and coordinating with flight crews, airport operations, and ATC. Brings strong communication, analytical ability, organization, and a safety-focused mindset to fast-paced aviation operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Dispatcher
SkyWest Airlines
04.2025 - Current
- Planned and released 42–47 flights per shift, ensuring compliance with FAA Part 121 regulations, company policies, fuel requirements, maintenance deferrals, and operational limitations.
- Monitored flights in real time through ACARS and flight tracking systems, providing operational updates, reroutes, and amended flight releases as needed.
- Coordinated with flight crews, ATC, and station operations to manage delays, diversions, ground stops, and deicing operations.
- Analyzed weather data to assess operational impacts and provide timely updates to flight crews.
Food Preparer/Dishwasher/Busser
Maniac-Mikes Cafe
07.2020 - 04.2025
- Prepared ingredients and assembled dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and notifying management of shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL06.2024
Associate of Science - Commercial Flight
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA06.2022
Skills
- Reliable
- Decision-Making Capacity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Punctual
- Organized
- Patient
- Hard Worker
- Driven
- Good Communicator
- Flexible
- Time Management
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
Flight Dispatcher Certificate
Timeline
Flight Dispatcher
SkyWest Airlines
04.2025 - Current
Food Preparer/Dishwasher/Busser
Maniac-Mikes Cafe
07.2020 - 04.2025
Associate of Science - Commercial Flight
Mt. San Antonio College
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Southern Illinois University