United Airlines
Senior Analyst - Domestic Network Planning
United Airlines, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Analyst - Domestic Network Planning
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Senior Analyst - Domestic Network Planning
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United Airlines
At United, we like to solve puzzles. From where we fly to when we fly, and even what planes we fly, our Network Planning team crafts flight schedules and routes that connect you with hundreds of destinations around the world, while our Alliances team expands our reach by partnering with other airlines. With over 4,500 direct and connecting flights across 5 continents daily, and the largest international route network of any U.S. based airline, our team designs travel experiences that our customers – and employees – love. Get ready to work on our biggest puzzle when you join the Network Planning & Alliances team.
Job Overview & Responsibilities The Senior Analyst role is responsible for building United's route network to maximize profitability and contributing to commercial projects including fleet strategy, airplane configuration, and long‑range network plans. The analyst will create schedule proposals, market forecasts, and present findings to leadership up to the Vice‑President level. The position also supports ad‑hoc projects and broader department initiatives.
Design and optimize schedules for maximum network value while considering safety, customer service, catering, inflight crew, aircraft performance, and other stakeholder priorities.
Develop long‑term strategic plans by forecasting and executing tactical recommendations for new flights, reduced service, or frequency changes.
Support and lead negotiations with airline partners, industry stakeholders, and internal teams to optimize networks and schedules.
Build and manage cross‑functional relationships with commercial and operating groups to align Revenue Management, Cargo, Sales, Marketing around a unified strategy.
Evaluate the broader United network and fleets and recommend aircraft purchases, retirements, or reconfigurations.
Proactively research, develop, and present insights with an owner mentality to leadership.
Represent United at industry conferences and external stakeholder meetings.
NOTE: This position provides a hybrid work arrangement including approximately 50% onsite at our Chicago office and 50% remote.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
3‑5 years of professional work experience or at least one year of aircraft scheduling/planning experience.
Complex problem solving through independent critical thinking.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
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 essential for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Aviation, Business, Economics, or related area.
Advanced data manipulation and quantitative analysis skills.
Scheduling experience.
Knowledge of writing SQL queries.
The base pay range for this role is $81,795.00 to $106,602.00. 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. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote 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.
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Senior Analyst - Domestic Network Planning
role at
United Airlines
At United, we like to solve puzzles. From where we fly to when we fly, and even what planes we fly, our Network Planning team crafts flight schedules and routes that connect you with hundreds of destinations around the world, while our Alliances team expands our reach by partnering with other airlines. With over 4,500 direct and connecting flights across 5 continents daily, and the largest international route network of any U.S. based airline, our team designs travel experiences that our customers – and employees – love. Get ready to work on our biggest puzzle when you join the Network Planning & Alliances team.
Job Overview & Responsibilities The Senior Analyst role is responsible for building United's route network to maximize profitability and contributing to commercial projects including fleet strategy, airplane configuration, and long‑range network plans. The analyst will create schedule proposals, market forecasts, and present findings to leadership up to the Vice‑President level. The position also supports ad‑hoc projects and broader department initiatives.
Design and optimize schedules for maximum network value while considering safety, customer service, catering, inflight crew, aircraft performance, and other stakeholder priorities.
Develop long‑term strategic plans by forecasting and executing tactical recommendations for new flights, reduced service, or frequency changes.
Support and lead negotiations with airline partners, industry stakeholders, and internal teams to optimize networks and schedules.
Build and manage cross‑functional relationships with commercial and operating groups to align Revenue Management, Cargo, Sales, Marketing around a unified strategy.
Evaluate the broader United network and fleets and recommend aircraft purchases, retirements, or reconfigurations.
Proactively research, develop, and present insights with an owner mentality to leadership.
Represent United at industry conferences and external stakeholder meetings.
NOTE: This position provides a hybrid work arrangement including approximately 50% onsite at our Chicago office and 50% remote.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
3‑5 years of professional work experience or at least one year of aircraft scheduling/planning experience.
Complex problem solving through independent critical thinking.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
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 essential for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Aviation, Business, Economics, or related area.
Advanced data manipulation and quantitative analysis skills.
Scheduling experience.
Knowledge of writing SQL queries.
The base pay range for this role is $81,795.00 to $106,602.00. 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. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote 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.
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