Strategic Ops Analyst - Aircraft Planning (Hybrid)

United; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

United Airlines in Chicago seeks a maintenance planning professional to develop long-term airframe maintenance plans and lead cost-saving analyses. This role is based at the CSC Willis Tower with a hybrid schedule, three days in the office per week.

You will conduct data mining and forecasting to optimize aircraft utilization, perform cost-benefit analyses, and track performance metrics for continuous improvement while collaborating with senior management on strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Internship in airline field or 1+ year analytical experience.
• Proficiency in Excel including data manipulation, pivot tables, and reporting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; able to manage deadlines.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term airframe maintenance plans.
• Conduct data mining, scenario forecasting, and modeling to minimize costs and enhance aircraft utilization.
• Perform cost-benefit and impact analyses to inform maintenance strategies.
• Track performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in special projects for maintenance checks, modifications, and gear changes.
• Collaborate with senior management to present recommendations insights.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

SQL/Python knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Supply Chain/Logistics, Business

Internship or 1+ year analytical experience

Tools

Tableau

Spotfire

SQL

Python

Job description

United Airlines in Chicago seeks a maintenance planning professional to develop long-term airframe maintenance plans and lead cost-saving analyses. This role is based at the CSC Willis Tower with a hybrid schedule, three days in the office per week.

You will conduct data mining and forecasting to optimize aircraft utilization, perform cost-benefit analyses, and track performance metrics for continuous improvement while collaborating with senior management on strategic recommendations.