Flight Ops Analyst

Gridiron Air•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Flight Ops Analyst will be responsible for analyzing flight schedules, operational performance data, and delay metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. This role involves close collaboration with various departments such as dispatch, crew scheduling, and maintenance planning to ensure operational alignment and timely issue resolution. The analyst will track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor daily flight activity, supporting irregular operations (IROPS) analysis. Additionally, the position requires participation in safety reviews, post-ops debriefs, and supporting safety data management and incident investigations. A strong understanding of aviation regulations, industry trends, and company policies is essential, as is proficiency in the Gridiron Air Safety Management System (SMS).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in aviation, business, or related fields.
Minimum of 2 years supporting flight operations teams.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams and handle sensitive information discreetly.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with flight operations tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze flight schedules, operational performance data, and delay metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with dispatch, crew scheduling, maintenance planning, and other departments to ensure operational alignment and timely issue resolution.
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time performance, fuel usage, crew utilization, and turnaround times.
Monitor daily flight activity and support irregular operations (IROPS) analysis, recommending short-term adjustments to minimize impact.
Participate in safety reviews and post-ops debriefs, supporting root cause analysis and follow-up action tracking.
Stay current with aviation regulations, industry trends, and company policies affecting flight operations and compliance.
Support safety data management and assist with incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Collaborate with safety and compliance teams to ensure adherence to operational regulations and standards.
Be well-versed in the Gridiron Air Safety Management System (SMS), carrying out duties in line with training and participation in the SMS.
Identify and report safety hazards, detect safety shortcomings, and voice safety concerns within the operation, thus promoting a proactive safety culture.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned based on business needs and shifting company priorities.