Project Manager - Flight Operations

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level training — our Flight Ops team hires, trains, qualifies and supports the best pilots in the industry. The moments we share in the air and on the ground with our customers and our colleagues make United a special place to work and a great way to fly, together.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the planning, funding, execution, control, and completion of assigned Flight Operations projects ensuring alignment with company strategy and stakeholder needs. Identifies, assembles, and manages cross-functional resources to support assigned projects including but not limited to: Finance, Flight Standards, Flight Training, Engineering, Maintenance Planning, Crew Resources, Regulatory & Compliance, Procurement, and Safety.

Project Integration

· Ensure the various elements of the project are properly coordinated including project plan development, execution, and change control.

Project Scope

· Ensure the project includes all the work required, and only the work required, to complete the project successfully.

Project Timeline

· Ensure timely completion of the project including activity definition and sequencing; schedule development and control.

Project Cost

· Ensure the project is completed within the approved budget. Identify any unforeseen cost overruns and seek supplemental funding if justified.

Project Quality

· Ensure the project will satisfy the needs for which it was undertaken

Project Communications

· Ensure timely and appropriate dissemination of project information including communications planning, information distribution, performance reporting, and administrative closure

Project Risk

· Identify, analyze, and respond to project risk. Participates in industry meetings and conferences related to assigned project areas

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of equivalent work experience
• 4 - 6 years of equivalent work experience required
• Strong Project Management, Engineering and Finance skills
• Experience working cross functionally with other divisions
• Up to 15 travel
• 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 an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• PMP Certification
• Systems Engineering, Analytical skills
• Systems Engineering, Budget experience
• Aviation experience

The salary for this position is $104,000 to $140,800 dependent on job-related, equal opportunity factors such as experience, education and skills. This range is based on a full-time schedule.

The Job Posting End Date is 4/3/2024

Bonus Eligible: yes

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes 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. 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 JobAccommodationsunited.com to request accommodation.