Senior Aviation Operations Analyst

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Senior Aviation Operations Analyst to join our remote team. You will optimize flight operations, analyze data, and provide insights that drive efficiency and safety across scheduling, dispatch, and maintenance.

The role requires 5+ years in aviation operations analysis, strong skills in Excel, SQL, Python, and experience building dashboards. You will collaborate with flight crews and management, develop procedures, and present findings to senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in aviation operations analysis or similar.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Strong understanding of flight scheduling, dispatch, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to work remotely and manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze flight data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports for key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with flight crews, dispatchers, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot operational issues.
• Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging technologies in aviation operations.
• Support the development and implementation of new operational procedures and policies.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Excel

SQL

Python

Flight scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management

Master’s in Operations Research (preferred)

Tools

Power BI

R Studio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Aviation Operations Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in optimizing flight operations, ensuring efficiency, and maintaining the highest safety standards within the aviation sector. You will work remotely, leveraging data to provide critical insights and strategic recommendations to management. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a remote setting and possesses a deep understanding of aviation operational dynamics, contributing significantly to the strategic decision-making processes from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze flight data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement.


• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports for key stakeholders.


• Collaborate with flight crews, dispatchers, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot operational issues.


• Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging technologies in aviation operations.


• Support the development and implementation of new operational procedures and policies.


• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings and recommendations for senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Operations Research, Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation operations analysis or a similar role.


• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.


• Strong understanding of flight scheduling, dispatch, and regulatory compliance.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote environment and manage projects independently.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.


• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.


• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.


• Generous paid time off and company holidays.


• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in the aviation industry.