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Senior Specialist, Aviation Operations

Walmart

Walmart

Operations
USD 33-63 / hour + Equity
Posted on Mar 13, 2026

Position Summary...

The Senior Specialist, Aviation Operations supports the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of flight operations. This role combines operational planning, risk assessment, financial processing, and administrative support to ensure the delivery of high-quality aviation services and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do...

  • Plan and schedule domestic flights and crew resources based on availability, mission needs, and operational risk factors. Accommodate changes in customer schedules and assess impacts to aviation assets.
  • Review and enter flight logs accurately into aviation systems. Process and verify invoices, initiate ACH/wire transfers, and support account reconciliation and budget tracking.
  • Maintain required aviation documentation (licenses, certifications, fuel cards) and assist with reports to regulatory agencies. Ensure adherence to company policies and FAA regulations.
  • Coordinate meetings, agendas, and logistics for aviation events. Facilitate communication among departments (maintenance, operations, safety) and provide subject-matter expertise during non-scheduled events.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance standard operating procedures. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure mission success and a positive travel experience

What you'll bring...
  • 1-2 years of Aviation Operations experience or experience in a similar role
  • Strong understanding of FAA regulations and operational risk factors
  • Excellent communication, organization, and decision-making skills
  • Proficiency in Aviation Management and Financial Systems
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and consistently protect all sensitive information.
Minimum Qualifications...
  • Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in aviation management or related area and 3 years’ experience in flight operations planning or related area.
  • Option 2: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Dispatcher License and 3 years’ experience in flight operations planning or related area.
  • Option 3: 4 years’ experience in flight operations planning or related area.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The hourly wage range for this position is $33.00 - $63.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in aviation management or related area and 3 years’ experience in flight operations planning or related area.
Option 2: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Dispatcher License and 3 years’ experience in flight operations planning or related area.
Option 3: 4 years’ experience in flight operations planning or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Experience in international flight operations planning., Supervisory experience

Primary Location...

5 Hammerschmidt Dr, Rogers, AR 72756-9475, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.