Flight Operations Engineer
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Insight Global is hiring a Flight Operations Engineer. The Flight Operations Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert, supporting engineering initiatives to improve operations, achieve cost savings, and ensure safety and compliance for Alaska Air Group fleets. This role involves analyzing fleet performance, optimizing fuel efficiency, and enhancing operational capabilities through route structure and performance evaluations. The engineer will also contribute to fuel burn reduction, monitor fleet health, analyze weight and balance systems, and assist with FAA manual updates, collaborating with manufacturers and vendors.
Key focus areas include Act as subject matter expert supporting engineering initiatives, Analyze fleet performance and route structures, and Optimize fuel efficiency and reduce fuel burn.
Successful candidates bring 4+ Years Engineering Experience, Bachelor's Degree In Aeronautical Engineering, and Strong Knowledge Of FAR Parts 25, 36, 91, 121. Important skills include Federal Aviation Regulations, FAR Part 25, FAR Part 36, FAR Part 91, FAR Part 121, and Data Analysis Tools.
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Job Description
We are seeking a Flight Operations Engineer to act as a subject matter expert supporting engineering initiatives that drive operational improvements, cost savings, and ensure safety and compliance across Alaska Air Group fleets. This role focuses on analyzing fleet performance, optimizing fuel efficiency, and enhancing operational capabilities by evaluating improvements to route structures and performance. The engineer will support cost-saving initiatives like fuel burn reduction, monitor fleet health, analyze weight and balance systems, and assist with FAA manual updates. This individual will also collaborate with manufacturers, vendors, and industry partners while ensuring all work aligns with safety policies and regulatory requirements.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
4+ years of engineering or related experience
Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Strong knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR Parts 25, 36, 91, and 121)
Proficiency with data analysis tools, including databases and spreadsheets
Experience with aircraft weight & balance concepts and methodologies
Familiarity with OEM performance documentation and analysis tools
Experience using takeoff, climb, and landing performance programs
Knowledge of FAA Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) and Weight & Balance Manual (WBM)
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and safety mindset
Experience with database design and development
Background in programming or office automation
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies
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