Analyst – Pilot Workforce Planning & Analysis

United Airlines is a leading global airline headquartered in the United States. Established as one of the world's largest airlines, United Airlines operates an extensive route network connecting numerous domestic and international destinations. Known for its commitment to safety, customer service, and operational excellence, United Airlines continuously innovates to provide the best travel experiences for millions of passengers each year. The company focuses on fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, and collaboration, ensuring employees have the support and resources they need to grow professionally and contribute to the airline's success. United Airlines offers competitive compensation packages and a comprehensive suite of benefits to attract and retain top talent in the highly competitive aviation industry. The role of Analyst for Pilot Workforce Planning is a critical position within United Airlines' Flight Operations team. This team is responsible for hiring, training, qualifying, and supporting the best pilots in the industry to safely and reliably operate flights. The Analyst will play a key role in creating, maintaining, and communicating the pilot staffing plan, helping to ensure that United Airlines has the appropriate number of qualified pilots to meet operational demands. The position involves close collaboration with various internal partners, including the Flight Training Center and Crew Planning teams, to develop accurate forecasts and budget plans. The Analyst will lead the development of long-term and short-term pilot workforce forecasts, specifically focusing on staffing changes and managing the annual Pilot Vacation plan. A significant part of the role involves detailed data analysis, modeling, and scenario planning to anticipate changes in pilot demand driven by factors such as new pilot contracts, aircraft deliveries, and new training requirements. The Analyst will be responsible for ensuring forecast models remain accurate and are continuously improved in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Effective communication is crucial, as the Analyst will present plans and forecasts to leadership and internal stakeholders, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights. This position is ideal for candidates with a background in Aviation, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Engineering, Business, or related fields who have strong analytical and modeling skills. The role requires intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, and excellent communication abilities, both verbal and visual. United Airlines values candidates who demonstrate a data-driven approach to problem-solving and a commitment to operational excellence. The base pay range for this role is $64,885.00 to $84,514.00, with additional eligibility for bonus and long-term incentive compensation awards. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, and flight privileges. United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant experience in aviation aeronautics finance supply chain manufacturing statistics operations research engineering business computer science logistics transportation or related field
• 1-2 years experience in related role
• Advanced Excel capabilities strong data analysis querying and modelling skills
• Leadership communication presentation development skills
• Intellectual curiosity and self-motivation
• Demonstrated track record of using data analysis to evaluate hypotheses or abstract concepts
• Strong communication skills both verbally and visually