Resource Planning & Analysis Consultant - DMX
Department:
Technical Operations
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
As a Resource Planning & Analysis Consultant on the Tech Ops Resource Planning & Analysis Team, youâll lead nearâterm and midâterm capacity and demand planning with a focus on overnight maintenance, facilities, and workforce, bringing expertâlevel analytics and internal consulting to guide strategic decisions. Youâll collaborate closely with Fleet Strategy, Network Planning, Operational Performance, FP&A, Fleet Management, Maintenance Planning, and Maintenance Programs to shape a holistic inâhouse maintenance strategy aligned with the broader enterprise vision. Youâll also partner with Southwest Maintenance Facilities across the system to support requests for facility additions, remodels, and standardization efforts, working handâinâhand with the Southwest Facilities, Airport Affairs, and Real Estate Departments to ensure consistency, efficiency, and longâterm operational readiness.
Additional Details
⢠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.
Weâre 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.
Responsibilities
⢠Develop forecasting models for key resources to support capacity and demand planning considering tradeoffs to cost, opportunity cost, and the operation
⢠Identify strategic opportunities to maximize aircraft utilization and profitability with a focus on safety, reliability, staffing, facilities, planning, and technology
⢠Develop business cases that inform, refine, or challenge current practices across the business
⢠Support the development of new data sources with robust processes of data collection that ensure the reliability and validity of the data is suitable for the objective of the analysis
⢠Develops a deep understanding of airlines' priorities, value drivers, and challenges to translate technical needs to the commercial and business teams involved in the work
⢠Develop well-written presentations that are clear and convey key information, including business cases, roadmaps, and other materials that support alignment efforts
⢠Encourage consensus among multiple parties with conflicting and diverse viewpoints
⢠Build confidence and sustain trusted relationships with key stakeholders
⢠May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leader
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
⢠Preferred: Experience with SQL and Alteryx
⢠Advanced knowledge of analytical tools, processes, and techniques
⢠Advanced knowledge of statistical forecasting methods
⢠Skilled in understanding and applying the information to contribute to the organization's strategic plan
⢠Skilled in identifying/defining complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
⢠Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
⢠Skilled in synthesizing information within PowerPoint presentations and delivering them to affected stakeholders
⢠Ability to effectively listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and in speaking with all levels of the organization
⢠Ability to quickly understand assignments and complete them with minimal leadership oversight
Education:
⢠Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
⢠Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
⢠Quantitative modeling and analysis
⢠Operations Management
⢠Developing strategies, plans, and solutions to address a complex or ambiguous problem
⢠Driving initiatives of functional Teams
Licensing/Certification
⢠N/A
Physical Abilities
⢠Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/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
Other Qualifications
⢠Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
⢠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 be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $103,750 per year to $115,300 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Benefits youâll love:
⢠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, which includes a dollar for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
⢠Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Planâwhen Southwest profits, you profit***
⢠Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
⢠Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
⢠Explore more benefits youâll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
⢠Pay amount doesnât guarantee employment for any particular period.
⢠*401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the planâs vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.
⢠** Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
02/06/2026
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Technical Operations
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
As a Resource Planning & Analysis Consultant on the Tech Ops Resource Planning & Analysis Team, youâll lead nearâterm and midâterm capacity and demand planning with a focus on overnight maintenance, facilities, and workforce, bringing expertâlevel analytics and internal consulting to guide strategic decisions. Youâll collaborate closely with Fleet Strategy, Network Planning, Operational Performance, FP&A, Fleet Management, Maintenance Planning, and Maintenance Programs to shape a holistic inâhouse maintenance strategy aligned with the broader enterprise vision. Youâll also partner with Southwest Maintenance Facilities across the system to support requests for facility additions, remodels, and standardization efforts, working handâinâhand with the Southwest Facilities, Airport Affairs, and Real Estate Departments to ensure consistency, efficiency, and longâterm operational readiness.
Additional Details
⢠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.
Weâre 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.
Responsibilities
⢠Develop forecasting models for key resources to support capacity and demand planning considering tradeoffs to cost, opportunity cost, and the operation
⢠Identify strategic opportunities to maximize aircraft utilization and profitability with a focus on safety, reliability, staffing, facilities, planning, and technology
⢠Develop business cases that inform, refine, or challenge current practices across the business
⢠Support the development of new data sources with robust processes of data collection that ensure the reliability and validity of the data is suitable for the objective of the analysis
⢠Develops a deep understanding of airlines' priorities, value drivers, and challenges to translate technical needs to the commercial and business teams involved in the work
⢠Develop well-written presentations that are clear and convey key information, including business cases, roadmaps, and other materials that support alignment efforts
⢠Encourage consensus among multiple parties with conflicting and diverse viewpoints
⢠Build confidence and sustain trusted relationships with key stakeholders
⢠May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leader
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
⢠Preferred: Experience with SQL and Alteryx
⢠Advanced knowledge of analytical tools, processes, and techniques
⢠Advanced knowledge of statistical forecasting methods
⢠Skilled in understanding and applying the information to contribute to the organization's strategic plan
⢠Skilled in identifying/defining complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
⢠Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
⢠Skilled in synthesizing information within PowerPoint presentations and delivering them to affected stakeholders
⢠Ability to effectively listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and in speaking with all levels of the organization
⢠Ability to quickly understand assignments and complete them with minimal leadership oversight
Education:
⢠Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
⢠Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
⢠Quantitative modeling and analysis
⢠Operations Management
⢠Developing strategies, plans, and solutions to address a complex or ambiguous problem
⢠Driving initiatives of functional Teams
Licensing/Certification
⢠N/A
Physical Abilities
⢠Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/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
Other Qualifications
⢠Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
⢠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 be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $103,750 per year to $115,300 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Benefits youâll love:
⢠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, which includes a dollar for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
⢠Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Planâwhen Southwest profits, you profit***
⢠Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
⢠Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
⢠Explore more benefits youâll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
⢠Pay amount doesnât guarantee employment for any particular period.
⢠*401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the planâs vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.
⢠** Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.
Job Posting End Date
02/06/2026
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