Fleet Transactions Consultant

Southwest Airlines•Dallas, TX

9h•$103,750 - $115,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Fleet Transactions Consultant supports the Fleet Transactions Team by managing all aspects of new aircraft acquisition and aircraft retirement in alignment with Southwest’s long‑term financial and operational strategy. They’ll serve as a trusted advisor to Senior Leaders on aircraft purchases, lease negotiations, and transaction execution. They’ll develop and deliver capital expenditure forecasts, lease payment modeling, and technical analysis to support informed, data‑driven fleet decisions. The Fleet Transactions Consultant plays a key role in maximizing fleet value and minimizing financial and operational risk through strong analytical insight and strategic partnerships. The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Knowledge of contractual principles and practices
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
Skilled in completing analyses on multiple, complex scenarios and to develop and support recommendations to Senior Leadership based on this analysis
Skilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing, and assimilating data, including turning raw data into meaningful information
Skilled in communication with a variety of settings and with cross functional teams and various position levels
Ability to complete complex financial forecasts including Capital Expenditure requirements
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks of varying priorities and ensure all deadlines are met in accordance with the expectations and timelines of project Stakeholders
Ability to work collaboratively with Leaders, other Team Members, and other Departments
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in: Financial analysis, Contract negotiation principles and practices, Economic principals and accounting practices
Ability to perform work duties from limited space workstation/desk/office area for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive Company information
Must have the flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends, and Company holidays
Must be able to travel extensively, domestically and internationally, including multi-day stays

Responsibilities

Analyzes and reviews fleet strategy decisions for retirement and lease return requirement implications, includes Identify and justify negotiation alternatives to maximize negotiated outcomes and value capture for aircraft acquisitions, lease returns, aircraft sales, and other agreements as directed by Leadership
Represent Southwest Airlines in interactions with Lessors related to technical requests including annual audits and physical inspections
Manage the process to execute new aircraft payments, lease payments, and other financial transactions including creation and maintenance payment transaction data in SAP.
Develop and maintain financial forecasts and reporting including capital expenditure forecasts, aircraft encumbrances, and status of leased aircraft/engine assets
Ensures systems used by the Team (e.g., SAP Treasury module, Tririga, Aircraft database in QuickBase) are properly updated and maintained.
Represent the Fleet Transactions Team in Airworthiness Directive, Aircraft Maintenance Planning and Engine Planning meetings to provide direction on leased/retiring assets
Identify and coordinate the provision of appropriate aircraft records and report to aircraft lessors/buyers/consignees
Monitor industry trends and market appraisals to develop insights that support aircraft leasing and disposition strategies
Train and assist other members of the Team in the proper execution/use of processes, procedures, and systems utilized by the department.
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders

Benefits

Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.

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