Crew Planning & Analytics Strategy Lead

AviHire; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 153,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fly for free on any open Southwestseat

401(k) company match up to 9.3%

Competitive health insurance

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Southwest Airlines is seeking a Senior Manager, Crew Planning to lead the team turning future flying plans into safe, reliable, and compliant schedules for over 34,000 crew members. You will shape staffing strategies, base allocations, and network efficiency with cross‑functional partners to deliver actionable insights.

Partner with labor relations, FP&A, and unions to balance operational needs with cost considerations while maintaining high quality of life for crew members.

Qualifications

• Requires strong analytical skills and experience in crew planning or airline scheduling.
• Experience with CBAs and labor relations is preferred.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Network Planning and Commercial Teams on viable flight schedules.
• Support Labor Relations in contract costing and negotiations.
• Lead crew planning initiatives and develop forecasting models.
• Oversee monthly crew scheduling processes to ensure cost efficiency.
• Represent Crew Planning in cross-functional meetings and respond to data requests.

Skills

Advanced analytics

SQL

Excel

Data visualization

Crew Planning

CBA experience

Regulatory knowledge

Contract management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SQL

Microsoft Excel

Business Intelligence tools

Job description

Southwest Airlines is seeking a Senior Manager, Crew Planning to lead the team turning future flying plans into safe, reliable, and compliant schedules for over 34,000 crew members. You will shape staffing strategies, base allocations, and network efficiency with cross‑functional partners to deliver actionable insights.

Partner with labor relations, FP&A, and unions to balance operational needs with cost considerations while maintaining high quality of life for crew members.