Remote Senior Aircraft Performance Analyst: Fuel Efficiency

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Aircraft Performance Analyst to optimize flight plans for fuel efficiency and reduce costs. This fully remote role supports a global aviation footprint and requires expertise in aerodynamics, flight planning software, and data analysis.

You will lead analysis projects, collaborate with operations and engineering, and deliver detailed reports to senior management while staying current with industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in aircraft performance analysis or flight operations engineering.
• Proficiency in flight planning software (Lido, Jeppesen) and data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB).
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, weather impacts, and aircraft performance characteristics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze flight data to identify trends and performance opportunities.
• Develop flight planning strategies to maximize fuel efficiency.
• Model and predict aircraft performance using advanced software.
• Prepare reports and present findings to senior management.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Skills

Flight data analysis

Python

MATLAB

Aerodynamics

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or related quantitative field

Tools

Lido

Jeppesen

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Aircraft Performance Analyst to optimize flight plans for fuel efficiency and reduce costs. This fully remote role supports a global aviation footprint and requires expertise in aerodynamics, flight planning software, and data analysis.

You will lead analysis projects, collaborate with operations and engineering, and deliver detailed reports to senior management while staying current with industry best practices and emerging technologies.