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As Canada's leading ultra-low-cost carrier, dedicated to providing affordable and exceptional travel experiences to Canadians, Flair Airlines is always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success as we continue to expand our route network, flight frequency, and services. Given our commitment to growth and excellence, we are currently seeking candidates for the following position:
Job Title: Flight Operations Performance Engineer
Department: Flight Operations
Location: Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB, Vancouver, BC, Toronto, ON
Work Arrangement: This role is primarily based in the office environment with occasional work-from-home flexibility
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Chief Pilot, the Flight Operations Performance Engineer is responsible for supporting aircraft performance, weight & balance, flight planning, fuel efficiency, and dispatch systems development. This role also involves coordinating with relevant departments to provide technical input, manage engineering projects, and address the day-to-day operational needs of the airline.
Primary Job Functions:
Performance Engineering & Compliance:
- Provide performance engineering support to address challenges, ensuring operational safety, efficiency, and compliance with Transport Canada regulations.
- Conduct takeoff and landing performance, route mission analysis, and identify key operational risks, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor aircraft performance degradation and manage updates of the performance factors in the flight planning system and the FMC across the fleet.
System & Tool Management:
- Support the Boeing Operational Performance Tool (OPT), ensuring data integrity and regular updates, particularly for NOTAM issuance and performance penalties related to takeoff, enroute, and landing.
- Coordinate with the Boeing OPT team to troubleshoot issues and develop solutions that enhance functionality for Dispatch and Flight Crews.
- Support administration and maintenance of the company’s Weight & Balance program, including aircraft weight updates and conducting weight and center of gravity analysis as required.
Operational Support & Monitoring:
- Work directly with Dispatch to ensure accurate and efficient flight profiles.
- Support the fuel management program and implementation of fuel-saving initiatives. Monitor fuel consumption and investigate potential issues.
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Engineering team on analyzing performance degradation trends and implementing mitigation initiatives.
- Support the administration of the navigation database, ensuring its completeness and operational relevance.
Project & Safety Initiatives:
- Assist the Flight Operations department in route and network analysis.
- Work with the Chief Pilot, technical pilots, Dispatch and other departments on projects and technologies to improve safety, efficiency, and reduce costs within the fleet and Flight Operations.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Provide technical input to operational documentation such as COM, FCOM, and MEL.
- Communicate findings clearly across all levels, from senior leadership to peers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to design and execute projects that minimize operational costs and enhance efficiency
- Perform other duties as assigned. Responsibilities may evolve due to changing circumstances, including emergencies, shifts in workload, or technical developments.
Qualifications & Requirements:
The preferred candidate should exemplify Flair's core values of Respect, Integrity, Reliability, and Resilience while demonstrating success in previous roles. Additionally, we are seeking individuals who possess:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required.
- Experience:
- Five (5) Seven (7) years of experience in flight operations engineering or aircraft performance, with a focus on performance challenges and safety compliance.
- Prior experience with aircraft performance, weight and balance, and airline operations, particularly with Boeing 737 or similar aircraft.
- Demonstrated ability to assess takeoff, landing performance, and route mission analysis, identifying and mitigating operational risks.
- Knowledge of Transport Canada regulations (CARs) and their application in flight operations.
- Experience with performance tools, such as the Boeing PET and OPT, and working with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enhance flight planning systems.
- Familiarity with fuel burn monitoring and fuel-saving initiatives.
- Experience with operational documentation (e.g., COM, AFM, FCOM) and contributing to technical updates.
- Prior involvement with safety management systems (SMS) and supporting safety-related investigations and corrective actions.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Proficiency with flight planning systems, and performance tools like the Boeing PET and OPT.
- Strong technical and analytical skills to monitor aircraft performance, assess risk, and provide corrective actions.
- Ability to support and maintain the Weight & Balance program, including managing aircraft weight updates and addressing related delays.
- Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments (Flight Ops, Maintenance, IT, Airports) and with senior leadership.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly communicate findings and recommendations to various stakeholders.
- Ability to work irregular hours and adapt to changes in workload and technical developments.
- Experience working with Flight Operations Quality Assurance to monitor and improve departmental effectiveness.
- Proactive approach to safety, with the ability to identify and mitigate operational risks.
- Competencies:
- Leading as a Flair teammate by demonstrating collaborative behavior and modeling the company's values in all interactions.
- Maintaining diverse relationships with peers and stakeholders to foster effective communication and collaboration.
- Delivering results with impact by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks effectively, and continuously striving for improvement in performance and outcomes.
- Requirements:
- Clear criminal record check and satisfactory employment references.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restriction.
Why Join Flair Airlines:
At Flair Airlines, we value our employees and provide a supportive and collaborative work environment that offers opportunities for growth and professional achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, effective on your first day of employment, which includes:
- Competitive compensation package including medical and dental benefits, both short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and an employee & family assistance program.
- Pension plan with matched contributions.
- Individualized performance bonuses based on achievements.
- Attractive referral incentive program.
- Access to our staff travel program, allowing employees and their travel companions unlimited travel access across the Flair network.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to embark on this exciting journey with Flair Airlines, please submit your resume through the job posting and answer a few questions about your experience and suitability for the role.
Application Deadline: January 12, 2025
Flair Airlines is committed to creating an inclusive, equal, and accessible environment that attracts diverse talent. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.
We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you on board!
Website: www.flyflair.com
