Manager Research & Development - Network Planning

Department : Network Planning

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 :

The Manager, Research & Development in Network Planning leads innovation efforts that shape the future of Southwest Airlines' flight schedule and network strategy. This role fosters a forward-thinking environment where Team Members challenge the status quo, develop new scheduling techniques, and translate successful ideas into actionable implementation. By evaluating and establishing best practices across optimization tools and planning applications, the Manager ensures Southwest's scheduling capabilities remain cutting-edge and effective. Collaborating with Commercial and Operational partners, this leader guides research, design, and development efforts that influence the Annual Operating Plan and long-term forecasts. This role is instrumental in driving smarter, data-informed decisions that enhance schedule quality, improve operational performance, and deliver meaningful financial impact across the operation.

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.

We're 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.

Model the Southwest Way

Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required : High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Quantitative roles from departments such as Finance, Revenue Management or Network Planning

Licensing / Certification

Physical Abilities

Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines

Pay & Benefits :

Benefits you'll love :

Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)

Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings

Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit

Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)

Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.

Explore more Benefits you'll love : careers.southwestair.com / benefits

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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