Full-Time
Aviation Operations Specialist
Entergy
Electricity generation, transmission, and distribution provider
No salary listed
Kenner, LA, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid role in Kenner with travel of up to 25%.
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- At least 3 years of experience in aviation operations, flight scheduling, or dispatch involving multiple aircraft types such as fixed-wing aircraft and rotorcraft.
- Basic understanding of Federal Aviation Administration regulations and aviation operations, including flight planning and dispatching processes.
- Familiarity with FAA Part 91, fixed-base operators, UAS Part 107, and helicopter and fixed-wing utility operations.
- Familiarity with Bell 429 aircraft.
- Familiarity with Entergy’s Flight Operation Manual.
- Familiarity with aviation software including MyAir Flight Scheduling Software, ForeFlight, Drone Logbooks, TracPlus, Concur Travel System, American Express Global Business Travel, Microsoft Office Suite, and Power BI.
- Familiarity with aviation utility patrol operations.
- Coordinate the daily release and deconfliction of aviation assets, including helicopters, UAS, and fixed-wing aircraft, for routine and non-routine utility transmission-line patrols.
- Communicate with pilots to confirm flight details, including weather conditions, flight paths, and mission objectives, and provide flight releases for scheduled time blocks.
- Share responsibility with the Pilot in Command for the safety and operational control of flights under the role’s guidance.
- Oversee, manage, and direct flight operations in compliance with government and company regulations.
- Delay or cancel flights when unsafe conditions threaten aircraft or passenger safety.
- Analyze and evaluate meteorological information to identify safety hazards and select desirable and economical flight routes.
- Prepare flight plans and determine fuel requirements based on aircraft type, flight dispatch, maintenance limits, weather, and operational conditions.
- Monitor aircraft position reports for airspace deconfliction needs and evaluate flight progress.
- Follow company standard operating procedures.
- Coordinate with Lines of Business teams to align flight schedules with operational priorities and mission objectives.
- Assist Aviation personnel with monthly metrics, budget reports, inputs, meetings, and deadlines.
- Provide support to the Dispatcher Lead and perform the Dispatcher Lead’s duties and responsibilities on an interim basis during the Lead’s absence.
- Support the Aviation Operations Control Center and Aviation personnel with administrative and scheduling duties.
- Communicate with pilots, executive assistants, and support personnel to ensure accurate understanding of Aviation Operations Control Center activities.
- Manage scheduling and rerouting of corporate business jets, chartered aircraft, fixed-wing and helicopter patrols, and UAS operations in response to changing utility conditions.
- Track personnel assets assigned to the Operations Control Center on the ground and in the air using available systems and devices, including MyAir, TracPlus, Google Earth, satellite phones, and handheld radios or transceivers.
- Identify operational inefficiencies and propose or implement strategies and solutions to improve Operations Control Center effectiveness.
- Provide centralized handling and dispatch responses to emergencies reported from the field.
- Contribute to scheduled communications briefings and tailboards according to project needs.
- Invoke stop-work authority when necessary and practice just culture.
- Experience coordinating with pilots, maintenance teams, or operational teams.
- A Federal Aviation Administration aircraft dispatcher certificate.
- A UAS license.
Entergy is an integrated energy company that produces and distributes electricity to about 3 million utility customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. It operates a mix of power plants using natural gas, nuclear, coal, and oil, handling generation, transmission, and local distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. It also offers customer tools like the Bill Toolkit to help manage energy use and costs, especially during peak summer demand. Its focus is on reliability and infrastructure efficiency, with rates regulated by state and federal authorities to serve customers reliably and manage costs.
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Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New Orleans, Louisiana
Founded
1913
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Ironwood’s 40% better fuel efficiency should lower customer fuel costs and improve margins.
- 2026 equity plans fund $6.6 billion of capital through 2029, supporting growth projects.
- LSU New Orleans lab investment deepens Entergy’s engineering talent pipeline and regional hiring advantage.
What critics are saying
- Entergy’s $480 million Winter Storm Fern costs pressure 2026 cash flow and rate recovery.
- Louisiana’s 2024 settlement forced roughly $285 million customer credits and tighter cost scrutiny.
- Google-data-center secrecy litigation in Arkansas risks reputational damage and regulatory distrust in 2026.
What makes Entergy unique
- Entergy controls regulated utilities across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, serving 3 million customers.
- Entergy’s 446 MW Ironwood gas plant starts in 2026, supporting flexible, local capacity.
- Entergy’s storm-response system uses year-round preparedness, damage prediction, and four-state logistics.
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Entergy protects endangered whooping cranes while increasing reliability for customers. Entergy is partnering with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and FulcrumAir to deploy bird flight diverters on transmission lines across Louisiana, marking a significant milestone in the company's commitment to protecting the endangered whooping cranes while improving reliability for our customers. A remarkable recovery, protection efforts ongoing Today, there are over 800 whooping cranes in existence, with breeding pairs of birds living year-round in our service territory. However, these unique creatures native to the marshes of southern Louisiana were almost wiped out entirely many decades ago. "Whooping cranes are an endangered species that came very close to going extinct in the early 1940s," said Sara Zimorski, wildlife biologist for the LDWF. "There were only 21 whooping cranes left at that time. Now, they have made a remarkable recovery thanks to measures taken to preserve the species." One example of these preservation measures is the installation of bird flight diverters on transmission lines that intersect the natural habitat of the whooping crane. Entergy operates more than 1,000 miles of transmission lines and nearly 3,500 miles of distribution lines in Louisiana parishes where the LDWF identified breeding pairs of whooping cranes live year-round, including Jefferson Davis Parish. "The LDWF reached out to us regarding a breeding pair of whooping cranes in the area," said Sydney Johnson, avian and biodiversity lead at Entergy. "This family of cranes lives in a crawfish and rice field right by our transmission lines, and we wanted to make sure that we do what we can to protect these endangered birds." Improving reliability for our customers through safer technology Reducing instances of avian strikes with our infrastructure helps improve long-term reliability for our customers by mitigating conductor damage and fault events. To achieve this, Entergy is deploying bird flight diverters - high contrast devices that are suspended on our power lines and visible from all angles and in low-light conditions using the FulcrumAir LineFly. "FulcrumAir is installing bird flight diverters using the drone-deployed LineFly robotic tool," said Jason Jones, vice president of sales for FulcrumAir. "To place bird flight diverters on a transmission line, historically you would have a crew installing it by hand using a helicopter. We're able to take that human safety risk out of play, and we take environmental disturbance out of play as well. We're also able to install the diverters while the transmission lines are energized." "By installing the bird flight diverters, the whooping cranes are able to better see those lines when they are both landing and in-flight in bad conditions giving them the opportunity to avoid those lines," said Jones. The importance of leadership through partnerships Entergy's mitigation approach aligns with federal requirements under the Endangered Species Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Working with the LDWF demonstrates how regulatory agencies and utilities can achieve common goals: protecting the species while reliably serving customers. "Partnering with the LDWF really highlights the opportunity to work together with regulatory agencies to achieve a common goal of protecting the species and the animals in our service territory, while also reliably providing power to our customers and our communities," said Austin Langley, environmental operations manager at Entergy. These partnerships continue to exhibit why Entergy is a leader in our industry. "Entergy has really taken a lead position in wildlife mitigation, both in distribution and transmission. They are very proactive in protecting the wildlife. The things we're doing here today are the next steps for Entergy to continue to help protect the whooping cranes and other bird populations here in Louisiana," said Jones. With this pilot complete, Entergy plans to deploy similar mitigation across other parts of our service territory.
Ironwood Power Station sets the stage for Arkansas's next wave of economic development. * home * news * news * Ironwood Power Station sets the stage for Arkansas's next wave of economic development. Entergy Arkansas has officially broken ground on the 446 MW Ironwood Power Station in Malvern, a modern gas-fueled facility expected to deliver up to 40% improved fuel efficiency, driving down energy costs for local businesses and families while meeting rising regional demand. The project will also create roughly 260 construction jobs, prioritize local contractors, and build on a century-long energy legacy in Hot Spring County, underscoring Entergy's "Arkansas Building Arkansas" economic strategy.
Entergy, Ampirical invest $1.5M in LSU New Orleans energy lab. Investment will modernize Power and Energy Research Laboratory, expand hands-on learning and strengthen pathways to energy careers Left to right: William "Bill" Sones, PE, vice president and chief engineer, Entergy; Jeanette R. Weiland, interim chancellor and chief administrative officer, LSU New Orleans; Parviz Rastgoufard, Ph.D., Entergy endowed chair for power systems engineering, LSU New Orleans; Kimberly Cook-Nelson, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Entergy; Matthew Saacks, PE, chief executive officer, Ampirical. LSU New Orleans students preparing for careers in engineering and the energy industry will gain access to enhanced technology, research opportunities and hands-on learning through a combined $1.5 million investment from Entergy and Ampirical to modernize the university's Power and Energy Research Laboratory. Entergy will invest $750,000 funded by shareholders, with Ampirical committing an additional $750,000 over five years. The investments will support upgrades to PERL, including new simulation technology, modeling software and modern teaching tools, while also supporting scholarships, student recruitment and continued operation of the laboratory. This initiative builds on LSU New Orleans' longstanding ties to the energy industry and strengthens an existing pipeline connecting students with career opportunities. "This investment is a prime example of what we want to accomplish at LSU New Orleans - connecting the education our students receive in the classroom with meaningful opportunities in the workforce when they graduate," said Jeanette Weiland, interim chancellor and chief administrative officer of LSU New Orleans. "Our goal is to establish LSU New Orleans as the destination for engineering education in the New Orleans region, where students can gain the knowledge, hands-on experience and industry connections they need to build successful careers. With nearly 500 of our current students already working at Entergy and Ampirical, these relationships are also helping ensure Louisiana has the highly skilled engineering talent needed to support its future." Started in 2009 through a partnership between Entergy, the university and the State of Louisiana for establishment of the $2 million Entergy Endowed Chair in Power Systems Engineering in 2007, PERL gives students and faculty the opportunity to apply engineering concepts to real-world energy challenges. Since its inception, in addition to funding the establishment of the endowed chair, Entergy has provided more than $4.5 million for university research focused on electric grid reliability and resiliency, hurricane preparedness, blackout prevention, transmission systems, renewable energy integration and other emerging energy technologies. "The power and energy industry has changed dramatically since PERL was established, and it is important that our students learn and train using the technology they will encounter in today's workforce," said Parviz Rastgoufard, Ph.D., Entergy Endowed Chair for Power Systems Engineering and Director of PERL. "This investment will allow us to upgrade the lab and provide students with an educational experience that reflects where the industry is headed." "Our partnership with LSU New Orleans demonstrates the tremendous value that comes from bringing industry, higher education and research together," said Kimberly Cook-Nelson, Entergy executive vice president and chief operating officer. "This investment builds on that foundation by providing students with greater access to advanced technology and hands-on experience while supporting research that can help us address the evolving needs of the energy industry and the communities we serve." "As an engineering led services company, we know firsthand how important it is to develop a strong pipeline of talented engineers who are prepared for the demands of a rapidly changing industry," said Matthew Saacks, Ampirical CEO. "Our investment in LSU New Orleans is an investment in those future professionals and in the educational and research opportunities that will help keep engineering talent here in our region." This initiative will also support LSU New Orleans' longer-term vision of expanding PERL into a Power and Energy Research Institute. The proposed institute would broaden collaboration among LSU New Orleans, utilities and other industry partners; pursue additional research funding; and expand capabilities in power system modeling, simulation, analysis, testing and workforce training.
Entergy, Ampirical invest $1.5M in LSU New Orleans. KEY TAKEAWAYS: * Entergy and Ampirical are investing a combined $1.5 million in LSU New Orleans. * Each company will contribute $750,000 toward the university's Power and Energy Research Laboratory. * Funding will support new technology, scholarships, student recruitment and laboratory operations. * Nearly 500 LSU New Orleans students currently work at Entergy and Ampirical. Entergy and Ampirical are investing a combined $1.5 million in LSU New Orleans to modernize the university's power and energy research laboratory and expand training for students pursuing engineering and energy careers. The companies announced Wednesday that each will contribute $750,000 to upgrades at the Power and Energy Research Laboratory, known as PERL. Entergy's contribution will be funded by shareholders, while Ampirical will provide its funding over five years. The investment will pay for simulation technology, modeling software and updated teaching tools. Funding will also support scholarships, student recruitment and continued laboratory operations, according to the university. LSU New Orleans said the investment is intended to strengthen the pipeline between its engineering programs and Louisiana's energy workforce. Nearly 500 current LSU New Orleans students already work at Entergy and Ampirical, according to the university. "This investment is a prime example of what we want to accomplish at LSU New Orleans - connecting the education our students receive in the classroom with meaningful opportunities in the workforce when they graduate," interim Chancellor and Chief Administrative Officer Jeanette Weiland said. The university said it aims to establish itself as a regional destination for engineering education by providing students with classroom instruction, hands-on training and connections to employers. PERL was established in 2009 following a partnership involving Entergy, the university and the state of Louisiana. The effort followed the creation of a $2 million Entergy Endowed Chair in Power Systems Engineering in 2007. Entergy has since provided more than $4.5 million for university research examining issues including electric grid reliability and resilience, hurricane preparedness, blackout prevention, transmission systems and renewable energy integration, according to the company. Parviz Rastgoufard, Entergy Endowed Chair for Power Systems Engineering and director of PERL, said the laboratory needs to evolve alongside changes in the power industry. "The power and energy industry has changed dramatically since PERL was established, and it is important that our students learn and train using the technology they will encounter in today's workforce," Rastgoufard said. "This investment will allow us to upgrade the lab and provide students with an educational experience that reflects where the industry is headed." The investment also deepens ties between LSU New Orleans and two companies with connections to the region's energy sector. New Orleans-based Entergy provides electricity to more than 3 million customers through operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. The Fortune 500 company employs about 12,000 people. Ampirical is an engineering services company specializing in power infrastructure, including transmission and distribution systems, substations, power system studies, testing and commissioning. "Our partnership with LSU New Orleans demonstrates the tremendous value that comes from bringing industry, higher education and research together," Entergy Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Kimberly Cook-Nelson said. "This investment builds on that foundation by providing students with greater access to advanced technology and hands-on experience while supporting research that can help us address the evolving needs of the energy industry and the communities we serve." Ampirical CEO Matthew Saacks said the company views its contribution as a way to develop engineers while retaining more skilled workers in the region. The funding could also help lay the groundwork for a broader research operation at the university. LSU New Orleans is considering expanding PERL into a Power and Energy Research Institute. The proposed institute would increase collaboration with utilities and other industry partners, seek additional research funding and expand work in power system modeling, simulation, testing, analysis and workforce training.