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Sr network planning engineer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

Nice to Have o Airlines - The Senior Network Planning Engineer is responsible for supporting IT ... Create and publish an executive level report on application and network performance. Translate ...

The Network Planning Manager (NPM) supports the Kingsford Business Unit by leading mid- and ... Develop executive-ready supply narratives and recommendations for Leadership Team discussions, S&OP ...

Business case development and executive presentation skills. * Education and/or Experience ... network planning. * Experience with branch or retail network optimization strongly preferred

Business case development and executive presentation skills. * Education and/or Experience ... network planning. * Experience with branch or retail network optimization strongly preferred

Business case development and executive presentation skills. * Education and/or Experience ... network planning. * Experience with branch or retail network optimization strongly preferred

Business case development and executive presentation skills. * Education and/or Experience ... network planning. * Experience with branch or retail network optimization strongly preferred

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How much do executive airline network planning jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive airline network planning in the United States is $64,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Airline Network Planning vs Airline Revenue Management?

AspectExecutive Airline Network PlanningAirline Revenue Management
Primary FocusDesigning and optimizing airline route networks and schedulesMaximizing revenue through fare and inventory strategies
Skills & CertificationsAirline industry knowledge, network analysis, strategic planningPricing strategies, data analysis, revenue optimization
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning teams, route development departmentsPricing departments, revenue management teams
Industry UsageUsed across airline planning and network designUsed in revenue optimization and fare management

While both roles are vital in airline operations, Executive Airline Network Planning focuses on route and network design, whereas Airline Revenue Management concentrates on maximizing revenue through fare and inventory strategies. Both require industry knowledge but serve different strategic functions within the airline industry.

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Infographic showing various Executive Airline Network Planning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,456 per year, or $31 per hour.

Analyst/Sr Analyst, Strategic Planning and Analysis

American Airlines

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

$84K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago


American Airlines rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 373 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 26 rated airlines


Job description

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job
  • This job is part of the Forecasting and Planning team within the Strategic Planning & Analysis organization, part of the Revenue Division.
  • Responsibilities range from forecasting revenue and capacity to analyzing and optimizing the needs and deployment of strategic assets, solving complex revenue and loyalty/cobrand analysis projects, and working on a variety of strategic initiatives that support our commercial organization while constantly pushing forward and executing our company’s commercial strategy.
  • Create materials and analyses that have significant influence on decision making at the highest levels of the organization.
What you'll do
  • Develop and monitor the effectiveness of revenue strategies and initiatives including pricing, yield, network planning, sales, finance, AAdvantage, and marketing actions
  • Foster relationships and lead discussions with stakeholders across the company that are focused on driving long term value to American Airlines (including Sales and Revenue Management organizations, Customer Insights & Loyalty, Network Planning, joint business partner airlines, and operations groups)
  • Analyze the performance of existing partnerships, evaluate new partnerships and craft creative solutions that drive continuous improvement from American Airlines’ inorganic network
  • Utilize statistical analysis, predictive modeling or other analytical methods to analyze data and develop practical solutions to business problems
  • Present analyses, strategies and results to all levels of the organization
  • Ensure that the entire Strategic Planning & Analysis organization has the appropriate level of tool knowledge and that we are prepared for the future
  • Align teams around commercial strategies, key objectives and success metrics, maintaining clear communication across teams, and ensuring cross-functional actions are completed
  • Tailor communication of complex ideas to both junior and senior-level audiences
  • Perform validation of models to ensure adequacy, define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgement and statistical tests
  • Develop performance measurements and analytical tools to improve profitability and planning / forecasting processes
  • Develop reports and proposals, such as market assessments, business plans, financial performance plans, network profitability plans, fleet plans, capital expenditure requests, etc.
  • Analyze data derived from various areas, such as booking activity, fleet analyses, market trends, ROI analyses, performance and budget analyses, profitability statistics, previous campaign results, site statistics, marketing efforts, and revenue
All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience/training
  • Minimum 3 years of related work experience, or Master’s degree in a related field

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced knowledge of data analysis tools including Excel, Tableau, SQL, and SAS
  • Experience in airline Network Planning, Revenue Management, Commercial, or analytical field

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

  • Eager to solve complex problems and puzzles in a constrained and dynamic environment
  • Ability to leverage understanding of the airline business and commercial goals to draw insights, drive results, and create innovative solutions
  • Adaptive to new ideas and business processes in an ever-changing marketplace
  • Ability to perform in cross-functional groups with minimal supervision to drive outcomes which benefit the entire airline
  • Skilled at sharing knowledge to develop the expertise of the team as a whole
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve; inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world. Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.


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