Co-op, Performance Engineering (Spring 2027)

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Performance Engineering Co-Op Job Summary:

Work with a team of Aerospace Engineers and engineering compliance specialists on multiple projects. Identify and implement improvements to existing processes to increase efficiency, productivity, and performance

Airport Analysis and Takeoff & Landing Performance:

• Assist with GIS (Geographical Information System) analysis for airports worldwide as well as aircraft departure procedures where terrain and/or aircraft noise pose operational limitations

• Monitor daily airports and runway characteristics changes

Enroute Performance:

• Review flights with seating capacity restrictions due to high temperatures, enroute winds, etc.

• Develop and engineer operational datasets for payload performance monitoring

• Monitor aircraft over/under fuel burn performance

Weight and Balance:

• Monitor and update aircraft weight ledgers as mods/repairs are embodied

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Seeking a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and actively enrolled in school during the program duration

• Strong analytic, technical writing, and verbal communications skills required.

• MS Office (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint) skills required. SQL, Python and/or VBA skills a plus.

• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

(Aeronautical/Aerospace or Mechanical strongly preferred).

Private pilot's license a plus.

Students must be able to complete 3 alternating rotations in Atlanta, GA in line with the schedule below:

• Spring 2027 - 1st rotation

• Fall 2027 - 2nd rotation

• Summer 2028 - 3rd rotation

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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