Analyst Fleet Strategy & Analysis

JetBlue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Space-available travel

Job summary

JetBlue is seeking an Analyst in Fleet Strategy & Analysis to drive analysis and execution of fleet-related strategic projects, including aircraft and engine purchases, leases, and sales. The role supports fleet programs from modifications to retirements in collaboration with FP&A, Corporate Finance, Treasury, and other teams.

You will build financial models, analyze performance, and contribute to governance materials while coordinating with multiple internal groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or four years of relevant work experience.
• Strong financial modeling skills (ROIC, NPV, ROI) required.
• Ability to analyze data and present recommendations clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis for fleet strategy functions.
• Develop materials for fleet governance and program meetings.
• Assess aircraft leases, orders, and sales.
• Analyze operational performance of fleet types.
• Build business cases and ad hoc financial models for fleet initiatives.
• Assist with administration of fleet contracts.
• Update and distribute regular fleet reports to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate updates to the aircraft capex forecast.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/Finance/Economics/Engineering

Job description

Position Title: Analyst Fleet Strategy & Analysis

Position Summary

The Analyst - Fleet Strategy & Analysis is responsible for the analysis and execution of fleet related strategic projects and transactions including aircraft and engine purchases, leases, and sales. The Analyst also provides analytical support for ongoing fleet programs, including aircraft modifications, entry into service and retirements. The role involves working collaboratively with Financial Planning and Analysis, Corporate Finance & Treasury, Network Planning, Legal, Operational Engineering, Product, Fleet Programs, Investor Relations and Technical Operations as the team manages the overall fleet plan to align with the corporate growth strategy.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis for all fleet strategy functions
• Develop materials for fleet governance and program meetings
• Assist with assessments of aircraft leases, aircraft and engine orders and sales
• Analyze operational performance and capabilities of various fleet types
• Analyze engine maintenance condition, configuration, and utilization status to support internal analyses and fleet and engine related transactions Build business case analysis and ad hoc financial modeling for various fleet initiatives such as aircraft modifications, configuration options, and other fleet programs
• Assist with administration of fleet contracts
• Update and distribute regular fleet reports to various internal stakeholders
• Coordinate updates to the aircraft capital expenditures forecast with internal groups
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous relevant work experience
• Two (2) years of finance or related experience
• Strong financial modeling skills; including ability to conduct Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), Net Present Value (NPV) and Return on Investment (ROI) analyses
• Strong ability to analyze data and present recommendations in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain short deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience in aircraft finance and/or fleet management (Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), bank, lessor or airline)
• Knowledgeable in aircraft technical components and maintenance contracts; ability to forecast technical expenses
• Familiarity with engine maintenance concepts, including LLPs, shop visits and on-wing performance, as well as exposure to engine or aircraft valuation methodologies and market dynamics
• Knowledge of airline operating profitability, including operational costs such as station and landing fees, labor, fuel burn and distribution
• Knowledge of aircraft performance characteristics including range and fuel burn analysis

Crewmember Expectations:

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
• Able to maintain a professional appearance
• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
• Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
• Identify safety and security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
• The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment:

• Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment:

• Traditional Office Environment

Physical Effort:

• Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Compensation:

• The base pay range for this position is between $67,000.00 and $101,000.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue's total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.