DescriptionFind your future at United! We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000+ connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups. Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations Engineering team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level engineering analysis — our Flight Operations Engineering team seeks and supports the best engineers in the industry.

This position provides for a remote work arrangement, with preference toward candidates in Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities:

The Flight Operations Engineer will have basic knowledge of aircraft performance. They will work under the guidance of a lead engineer to develop all aspects of aircraft performance which may include takeoff and landing performance, enroute performance, drift down, terrain clearance, decompression, ETOPS, MEL performance effects, Weight and Balance engineering, and development of performance data in support of company flight manuals.The flight operations engineer will support development of performance software applications, analysis for new stations, markets, and fleets, tools to increase operational efficiency, and support of all internal and external customers in the interpretation and analysis of aircraft performance data, maintaining and developing airport and obstacle data, including NOTAM information and special engine-out departure procedures. They will work with databases and modern analytics packages to improve operational safety and efficiency.Aircraft Performance on Runway Performance/Flight Planning/Weight and Balance SystemsCreate and review Aircraft Performance data and perform testing in support of these projectsProvide input to development team on the function and operation of these systemsMaintains and support all aspects of Aircraft Performance and related data for United Airlines under the guidance of lead / Senior engineerManages Airport and Obstacle Data, including NOTAMS, for assigned airports under the guidance of the lead engineerDevelops and maintains tools, software application to support operations and increase efficiencyQualificationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience2 years of experience in airline flight operations engineering or related area targeted to a specific United Airlines fleetExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be flexible and willing to be available on-call to support operations per United Airlines CORE 4 valuesKnowledge in aircraft performance engineering, weight and balance, and airline operationsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionWhat will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):Attended Boeing and/ or Airbus Performance Engineering classesGood Presentation skillsExperience in airplane performance engineeringStrong Excel skillsPython skillsSQLData Analytics
The base pay range for this role is $74,670.00 to $101,750.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory 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.