(USA-WA-Seattle) Principal Flight Operations Engineer

**WHAT WE'RE ABOUT** We deliver excellence with passion. Each Horizon employee aims high, and working closely together, we soar. As a committed partner to Alaska Airlines, we connect the cities, people and promise of the West. Going the extra mile for guests and each other. Taking on each day knowing we're part of something remarkable. **YOUR ROLE** Role Summary The Principal Flight Operations Engineer is the sole subject matter expert for all engineering related activities for flight operations. As an individual contributor, this role defines long-term strategy for operational improvements and cost savings for the E175 and Q400 Fleets. This includes research, analysis and calculation to determine the viability of initiatives focused on improving fleet performance, fuel savings, route structures, operational efficiencies, operational capacities and limits. This role exercises considerable latitude and initiative that creates solutions to meet objectives and ensure safety and compliance. Key Duties - As the lead subject matter expert in engineering this role provides input and expertise to the Flight operations department to ensure success of engineering related initiatives. - Define long term strategy for operational improvements and cost savings for the E175 and Q400 Fleets. - Exercise considerable latitude and initiative to create solutions to meet objectives and ensure safety and compliance. - Makes decisions to determine the viability of initiatives focused on improving fleet performance, fuel savings, route structures, operational efficiencies, operational capacities and limits. - Develops, analyzes and implements cost saving and operational initiatives (e.g. fuel burn reduction strategies) including continuous performance monitoring. - Lead efforts to continuously monitor fleet operational health and proactively develop & implement policy to maintain safe and compliant daily operations. - Manage several data streams, logic and functionality of weight & balance systems, develop test scripts and oversee programming changes. Maintain and revise weight and balance program documentation and technical substantiation document. - Oversee and maintain the FAA approved Aircraft Operating Manual including identification, drafting and routing of change requests with internal stakeholders and the Federal Aviation Administration. - Influence and support a working relationship with the aircraft manufacturer and flight operations counterparts from other aircraft operators through participation in the Operator Conferences, the Flight Operations Steering Committee, and correspondence with flight operations representatives. - Collaborate with third party vendors to maintain aircraft performance data including takeoff, enroute and landing. - Ensure safety policies and procedures are fully implemented. Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills Required - 7 years of experience in fleet support engineering. - Bachelor?s degree Engineering or related field, preferable with a focus in aeronautical science. - Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations Parts 25, 36, 91 and 121. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an eye for detail with the ability to summarize and report analysis results using uncomplicated terms. - Ability to influence up to the executive level and cross department. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.) - High school diploma or equivalent is required. - Minimum age of 18. - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Preferred - Experience with Tableau Desktop and Tableau Server. - Knowledge of aircraft weight and balance terminology and methods. Job-Specific Leadership Expectations - Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable. **START YOUR NEW JOURNEY NOW** Submit your application by 08/30/2020 11:59pm (Pacific Time). We'll be happy to see it. **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws. Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines participate in E-Verify, a service of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA), where required. **Job ID** 36533 **Location** Seattle, WA **FLSA Status** Exempt **Full/Part Time** Full-Time **Regular/Temporary** Regular
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