Senior Analyst - Network Planning Decision Sciences at United Airlines

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

103966.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forecast Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Modeling Techniques, Optimization Techniques, Analytical Skills, Quantitative Skills, Stakeholder Management, Relationship Building, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Training Programs, SQL Proficiency, Python Proficiency, Network Planning, Scheduling

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together. Description At United, we like to solve puzzles. From where we fly to when we fly, and even what planes we fly, our Network Planning team crafts flight schedules and routes that connect you with hundreds of destinations around the world, while our Alliances team connects you with even more locations across the globe by partnering with other airlines to get you to the places that matter most. With over 4,500 direct and connecting flights across 5 continents daily, and the largest international route network of any U.S. based airline, our team designs travel experiences that our customers – and employees – love. Get ready to work on our biggest puzzle when you join the Network Planning & Alliances team. Job overview and responsibilities The Senior Analyst will ensure that the United Airlines' Network Planning team has access to state-of-the-art systems that will eventually be utilized by planners and schedulers to plan, evaluate, design and develop schedules. Identify the best models to use, build subject matter expertise in those domains, continuously improve models’ design and application, and work with user groups to ensure Network Planning models are used to their fullest potential. Provide thought partnership with internal and external teams to solve business cases related to Network Planning and Scheduling Lead the continuous improvement and development of existing systems used by Network Planning and Scheduling Work with cross-functional teams to design, build, test, and implement new models, features and datasets Evaluate project ideas and requests received by the team, determine benefits, feasibility, and develop testing and implementation plans and timelines Engage with experts and monitor new developments in relevant fields which may be leveraged to improve United's network tools Serve as a resource and thought partner for the department and external groups that the Decision Science team frequently engages Build and lead training programs to ensure all potential users can use the models to their fullest potential Provide guidance on which improvements to make to existing models and how they are configured and calibrated Determine analytical framework for business problems and perform advanced analyses as necessary NOTE: This position provides a hybrid work arrangement including approximately 50% of the time spent working onsite at our Chicago office location and 50% remotely. Qualifications What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelor's Degree 2-4+ years of experience in a relevant field such as Network Planning, Scheduling, Revenue Management or Operations Research Proven experience in forecast modeling, statistical analysis, and predictive analytics Excellent knowledge of a large array of modeling and optimization techniques and tools Strong analytical and quantitative skills Demonstrated ability to serve as business liaison between technical and non-technical teams Ability to work with large cross-functional teams and on multiple projects independently Strong communication and presentation skills Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills across organizational boundaries Familiarity with operational, financial and marketing related issues commonly faced in the airline industry Experience translating complex models into business-friendly insights and recommendations Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position SQL proficiency What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications): Master's Degree Python proficiency Experience designing and facilitating training programs The base pay range for this role is $79,800.00 to $103,966.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards. You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges. United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

Responsibilities

The Senior Analyst will ensure that the Network Planning team has access to advanced systems for planning and evaluating schedules. They will lead the continuous improvement of existing systems and work with cross-functional teams to implement new models and features.