Associate Analyst - Technical Operations Strategic Planning

Associate Analyst - Technical Operations Strategic Planning

Location Chicago, Illinois, United States This job is associated with 2 categories See allJob IdWHQ00026880-ATech Ops / Maintenance - Management & AdministrativeJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 11/05/2026

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Description

Find 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 broad 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 help 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.

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At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team comprises aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that ensure they’re well-equipped and ready to transport our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re prepared to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and responsibilities

The Associate Analyst will help manage the portfolio of aircraft maintenance planning, leveraging data analytics and decision modeling to optimize operations. From assessing capacity environments to leading cross-functional projects, this role is integral to United’s long-term maintenance strategy.

Develop and implement long-term airframe maintenance plans

Conduct data mining, scenario forecasting, and modeling to minimize costs and enhance aircraft utilization

Perform cost-benefit and impact analyses to inform maintenance strategies

Track performance metrics to drive continuous improvement

Assist in special projects for maintenance checks, modifications, and gear changes

Collaborate with senior management to present recommendations insights

NOTE: This position is based at the CSC-Willis Tower, located in Chicago, IL, and is considered a hybrid work schedule, with three days in the office per week.

Qualifications

What's Needed to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Supply Chain/Logistics, Business or related field, or equivalent work experience

Completion of at least one internship in an airline-related field or 1+ year work experience in an analytical role

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data manipulation, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting

Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification.

What Will Help You Propel from the Pack (Preferred Qualifications)

Experience in airline planning or analysis functions

Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Spotfire)

Knowledge of SQL/Python or other programming languages

Project Management or Lean Six Sigma certification

The base pay range for this role is $53,960.00 to $70,334.00.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com