8/11/26
Location: DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 87465
This job will continue to be posted until at least 8/18/26. If interested, please apply prior to this date.
Job Description
What you'll do- Defines and solves complex problems through quantitative analysis and analytical models, using operations research, statistics, machine learning, and forecasting techniques.
- Builds mathematical models, develops applications, and provides support to the business.
- Participates in model design, prototype, model development, and model implementation.
- Formulates hypotheses and design tests to support business.
- Leverages statistics to evaluate tests that will drive positive revenue decisions.
- Implement prototype solutions using programming languages such as Python and statistical tools like R, as well as business insights.
- Develop a solid understanding of core airline economics and be well positioned for potential advancement.
- Works within revenue management and various commercial groups to creatively solve business problems by understanding business processes and airline economics in order to identify and implement solutions that will drive revenue performance.
- Deliver professional presentations and communications around complex topics targeted to varied audiences.
- Partners with Information Technology to implement prototype solutions and improve systems.
All you'll need for successMinimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience• Master's/PhD degree or Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science,
Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Engineering, etc.)
• Experience working with a minimum of one programming language like Python, R, Java, or other relevant
programming languages
• Knowledge in at least one of these skilled areas: machine learning, optimization, simulation, statistics
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience• Master's/PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research,
Engineering or related field
• Experience solving large-scale problems and familiarity with the airline industry are a plus
Skills, Licenses & Certifications• Successful candidates will have a demonstrated aptitude for logical analysis, problem identification, and
problem solving as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to use computer-based tools and programming languages to implement solutions is required.
• Strong experience with Python, R, writing complex SQL queries, Big Data or experience with other data mining
packages is a plus.
• Willingness to show initiative and take ownership of job responsibilities.
What you'll getFeel 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
