United Airlines · 1 hour ago
Engineer - Flight Operations Engineering and Analysis (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $102K/yr
2+ years expUnited Airlines is reinventing what the airline industry looks like, and they are seeking a Flight Operations Engineer to join their team. This role involves developing aircraft performance data, supporting operational efficiency, and maintaining airport and obstacle data under the guidance of a lead engineer.
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Responsibilities
The Flight Operations Engineer will have basic knowledge of aircraft performance
They will work under the guidance of a lead engineer to develop all aspects of aircraft performance which may include takeoff and landing performance, enroute performance, drift down, terrain clearance, decompression, ETOPS, MEL performance effects, Weight and Balance engineering, and development of performance data in support of company flight manuals
The flight operations engineer will support development of performance software applications, analysis for new stations, markets, and fleets, tools to increase operational efficiency, and support of all internal and external customers in the interpretation and analysis of aircraft performance data, maintaining and developing airport and obstacle data, including NOTAM information and special engine-out departure procedures
They will work with databases and modern analytics packages to improve operational safety and efficiency
Aircraft Performance on Runway Performance/Flight Planning/Weight and Balance Systems
Create and review Aircraft Performance data and perform testing in support of these projects
Provide input to development team on the function and operation of these systems
Maintains and support all aspects of Aircraft Performance and related data for United Airlines under the guidance of lead / Senior engineer
Manages Airport and Obstacle Data, including NOTAMS, for assigned airports under the guidance of the lead engineer
Develops and maintains tools, software application to support operations and increase efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience
2 years of experience in airline flight operations engineering or related area targeted to a specific United Airlines fleet
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be flexible and willing to be available on-call to support operations per United Airlines CORE 4 values
Knowledge in aircraft performance engineering, weight and balance, and airline operations
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
Attended Boeing and/ or Airbus Performance Engineering classes
Good Presentation skills
Experience in airplane performance engineering
Strong Excel skills
Python skills
SQL
Data Analytics
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Accident & disability
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Commuter
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k)
Flight privileges
Company
United Airlines
United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-01-25IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Leskinen
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Deneen DeFiore
Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer
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