Senior Flight Operations Performance Engineer — Fuel & EFB

Global Crossing Airlines, Inc.; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Crossing Airlines, Inc. seeks a Flight Operations Performance Engineer to lead operations performance engineering and EFB program management in Miami, FL.

This senior role oversees ACARS data utilization, fuel efficiency strategies, weight & balance systems, and regulatory compliance across FAA frameworks. You will manage vendor relationships, drive engineering-driven improvements, and partner with Safety, Maintenance, and Training to deliver measurable performance outcomes for safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aviation Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field.
• Minimum 7 years in airline operations, with at least 3 years in a performance engineering or technical aviation leadership role.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with ACARS systems, including data extraction and operational integration.
• Experience managing FAA-approved EFB programs under Part 121 or Part 135.

Responsibilities

• Own the airline's operations performance engineering function, architect and execute an engineering-driven program to quantify, analyze, and reduce inefficiencies across flight operations, dispatch, weight & balance, and fuel management.
• Lead vendor evaluations, contract support, system integration oversight, and ongoing relationship management with operational technology vendors.
• Develop and refine fuel conservation programs using ACARS data, FDM/FOQA outputs, and aircraft performance models.
• Manage Weight & Balance systems and software platforms, ensuring compliance and integration with dispatch and EFB workflows.
• Oversee ACARS data utilization and interface with dispatch, maintenance, and flight following.
• Develop a comprehensive dashboard suite for real-time and trend visibility into performance KPIs.
• Coordinate with FAA and safety teams for regulatory compliance and audits.
• Manage EFB program lifecycle: hardware fleet, applications, and training; maintain manuals and risk assessments.
• Lead cross-functional teams and act as liaison to vendors and internal stakeholders for integration projects.

Skills

Systems Engineering Mindset

Vendor Management

Analytical Depth

Regulatory Acumen

Technical Communication

Adaptability

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aviation Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

ACARS systems

FDM/FOQA data

EFB platforms

MDM platforms

Job description

Global Crossing Airlines, Inc. seeks a Flight Operations Performance Engineer to lead operations performance engineering and EFB program management in Miami, FL.

This senior role oversees ACARS data utilization, fuel efficiency strategies, weight & balance systems, and regulatory compliance across FAA frameworks. You will manage vendor relationships, drive engineering-driven improvements, and partner with Safety, Maintenance, and Training to deliver measurable performance outcomes for safe,