American Airlines

Analyst/Sr Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

American Airlines • $80K — $95K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience/training
  • Experience in finance, network planning or revenue management
  • Strong teamwork and leadership ability
  • Excellent communication skills for all management levels
  • Analytical skills with financial modeling experience

Responsibilities

  • Drive economic analysis and develop decision-making models
  • Identify financial and operational improvement opportunities
  • Conduct competitive assessments of airline performance
  • Maintain detailed economic labor models and metrics tracking
  • Collaborate with various departments including Labor Relations and HR
  • Prepare Board of Directors packages for labor agreements
  • Provide strategic direction for labor negotiations and employee compensation

Benefits

  • Travel perks for employees and their families to explore 365 destinations
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits from day one
  • Wellness programs to support personal health
  • 401(k) program available upon hire
  • Additional benefits like discounts on hotels and pet insurance
Full Job Description
8/31/26

Location: DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 87811

Job Description

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
  • Drive economic analysis and develop models to support better decisions across the business
  • Identify opportunities for financial and operational improvement and lead cross-departmental teams to initiate change
  • Complete assorted industry competitive assessment projects, including financial and operational performance benchmarking of other airlines
  • Develop and maintain detailed economic labor models, track and interpret financial and operational metrics related to American and other peer airline labor groups
  • Work closely with multiple departments throughout the company including Labor Relations, Crew Resources, Benefits and HR and Legal
  • Write Board of Directors packages justifying new labor agreements
  • Provide strategic and economic direction to Senior Management pertaining to labor contract negotiations, employee compensation and benefits, industry labor cost and policy comparisons and other internal consulting projects related to American's 95,000+ employees


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience/training
  • Relevant experience in finance, network planning or revenue management
  • Strong teamwork and leadership skills with the ability to take initiative and work effectively in a variety of demanding situations
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and communicate proficiently with all levels of management

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Master of Business Administration

Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • Ability to work in a team and demonstrate leadership skills
  • Ability to take initiative and work effectively in a variety of demanding situations
  • Ability to logically structure analysis of complex issues using an analytical framework, and develop creative solutions to business challenges
  • Ability to demonstrate analytical skills, with financial modeling and analysis experience
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of SQL and Access skills are a plus


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

About American Airlines

US Airways provides international and domestic air transport in the United States. It is owned by the American Airlines Group. US Airways utilizes a fleet of 343 mainline jet aircrafts, along with 278 regional jet and turbo-prop aircrafts operated by contract and subsidiary airlines under the name US Airways Express. It was originally established as All American Aviation.It operates an airline network with 193 destinations in 24 countries in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. It also operates the US Airways Shuttle, a US Airways brand which provides hourly service between Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C.As of October 2013, US Airways employed 32,312 people worldwide and operated 3,028 daily flights.US Airways is a member of Oneworld, and it currently operates along with American Airlines as a result of a merge between the two holding companies of these airliners.US Airways was established in 1973. It operates hubs at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Philadelphia Inte...

American Airlines Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Airlines, a leader in global aviation and an innovator in the airline industry. With a wide range of job opportunities, American Airlines is the perfect place to advance your career, offering roles that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At American Airlines, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing world-class service and shaping the future of travel. Our employees enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. With American Airlines, you can contribute to a legacy of innovation and leadership in the skies. Transform Your Career American Airlines is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career through a robust suite of professional development and diversity training programs. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and recognizes the value of each individual’s growth. Join a team that leads with integrity and a passion for progress. At American Airlines, your career trajectory is bolstered by our commitment to innovation and excellence in the aviation industry. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with an internship at American Airlines. Gain invaluable industry experience, build your resume, and make connections that will propel your professional life. Our internships offer hands-on experience in a variety of departments, helping you discover your path in the aviation industry. Benefits of Working With Us American Airlines places immense value on the well-being of its team members. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible spending accounts. More than just perks, our benefits are designed to support your life, both at work and at home. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking to enhance your career in engineering, customer service, or leadership, American Airlines has a position that will match your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take their careers to new heights. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH AMERICAN AIRLINES JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at American Airlines.
Learn more about American Airlines
Size
123,400 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
NASDAQ
AAL
* Ladders Estimates

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