Senior Analyst - International Scheduling

Senior Analyst - International Scheduling

Location Chicago, Illinois, United StatesCategory CorporateJob IdWHQ00026888Revenue Management & Pricing / Network PlanningJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 09/23/2026

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Description

About the Job

The Senior Analyst, International Scheduling plays a key role in developing and optimizing airline network and scheduling strategies that support profitability, operational efficiency, and customer value. This position combines strategic analysis, schedule development, and cross-functional collaboration to help shape the airline's international schedule. The role works closely with planning, operations, and commercial teams to evaluate opportunities, identify improvements, and support business objectives through data-driven insights.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a world-class network planning organization while influencing critical scheduling decisions that impact customers and the business.

Core Accountabilities/Key Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, and optimize international scheduling strategies to support network performance, profitability, and operational feasibility

Prepare scenario evaluations to support scheduling and network planning decisions

Gather, validate, and interpret data from multiple sources to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations

Collaborate with network planning, operations, commercial, and other cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and scheduling priorities

Participate in cross-departmental projects and planning activities that influence schedule design, capacity deployment, and business outcomes

Evaluate scheduling performance and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision quality

Support schedule publication activities and contribute to planning adjustments that align market demand with operational constraints

Present findings, recommendations, and strategic insights to stakeholders and leadership to support informed decision-making

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

Minimum Qualifications

2+ years of experience in network planning, scheduling, strategy, analytics, logistics, aviation planning, or a related field

Bachelor's degree required

Demonstrated experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to support strategic decision-making

Advanced proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint, along with experience working with large datasets

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and influence planning outcomes through data-driven 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

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies for responsible AI use, data privacy and security.

Experience in airline scheduling, network planning, fleet strategy, or capacity planning

Experience using SQL for data analysis and reporting

Experience with business intelligence reporting and competitive intelligence methodologies

Strong presentation and communication skills

Ability to translate complex analytical findings into actionable business recommendations

Experience leading projects or strategic initiatives across multiple stakeholder groups

The base pay range for this role is $81,795.00 to $106,602.00.

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.

• 2+ years experience in network planning, scheduling, strategy, analytics, logistics, aviation planning, or related field
• Bachelor's degree required with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, and experience handling large datasets
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and successful interview completion