This role leads the creation and optimization of the airline’s flight schedules. This role is pivotal in driving maximum aircraft utilization, profitability, and on-time performance while aligning with the commercial, operational, and regulatory frameworks of a low-cost carrier (LCC) business model.

• Leads end-to-end development of seasonal and rolling schedules, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts, aircraft availability, airport slot constraints, and commercial objectives.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Network Planning, Revenue Management, Operations, Maintenance, Airport Affairs, and Crew Planning teams to ensure feasibility and efficiency of flight schedules.
• Optimizes aircraft routing and utilization to support high asset productivity and minimal ground time, in line with LCC cost structures.
• Drives schedule modeling, scenario planning, and “what-if” analyses to evaluate network and market opportunities.
• Ensures timely submission of schedules to regulatory bodies, slot coordinators, and global distribution systems (GDS).
• Develops and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to schedule efficiency, aircraft utilization, turn times, and OTP impact.
• Leads team of schedule planners and analysts; coaches, develops, and retain top scheduling talent.
• Supports schedule-related commercial initiatives including new route launches, frequency adjustments, and recovery planning.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Transportation, Business, Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6-10 years experience in airline schedule planning, network planning, or operations planning.
• Proven expertise in schedule optimization tools (e.g., Sabre, Zulu, OASIS or similar planning systems).
• Strong analytical and modeling skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing cross-functional projects and teams.
• Deep understanding of airline operational constraints and how they impact scheduling.
• Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of airline economics and route profitability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with lean teams and evolving processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to influence executive stakeholders with data-backed insights.
• Passion for aviation, innovation, and low-cost carrier efficiency.
• General Population – Low Activity Lifting Requirements: Seldom lift up to 10 lbs, such as small office supplies or documents. Pushing/Pulling: Seldom pushing/pulling of light items within the workspace. Standing/Sitting Requirements: Primarily seated work, with occasional standing for brief tasks. Bending/Kneeling/Reaching: Occasional reaching within arm’s length to retrieve materials. Coordination: Basic manual coordination for standard office tasks (e.g., typing, using office equipment). Vision/Auditory Requirements: Clear vision for reading documents and screens; clear hearing for standard communication. Environmental Conditions: Indoor, climate-controlled environment. Safety Equipment: None required.
• Onsite in Dania Beach, Florida.

At Spirit, we live “More Fly.” It’s not just about getting from point A to B—it’s about feeling fly while you’re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.

Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. 

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