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Job Summary:

NAVBLUE, an Airbus Company, is currently seeking a Flight Ops Engineering & Support to join our growing team on a 1 year contract. 

The Flight Ops Engineering & Support - Performance role is responsible for activities and tasks associated with Navblue Aircraft Performance services, AODB Performance and Navigation and Flight Planning (NFP) Performance .

The analyst is expected to be fully competent or become fully competent with the following tools and in the associated areas of activity:

•   NAVBLUE Airport Analysis tools
•   Engine Failure procedure design and associated tools
•   OEM Performance Engineering tools (PEP/BPS)
• Navigation and Flight Planning (NFP)

This role also requires direct customer interaction to facilitate service delivery. A great deal of manual work is also part of daily production. The daily work and responsibility areas in the Performance Services group consist of management and interpretation of authority data, updating our databases, calculating safe procedures in case of engine failure, generation and loading of performance data for NFP, and evaluating performance limitations. 

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage customer information applicable to the products and services.
• Evaluate and manage incoming Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) data. 
• Design, calculate and produce Engine Failure Procedures and Balk landing Procedures.
• Deliver according to agreements concerning quality requirements, delivery dates and    regulations.
• Deliver according to internal agreements concerning deadlines and specifications.
• Maintain and update aerodromes and customer airport obstacles databases.
• Generate Performance Data using OEM tools and load them into NFP as per customer requirements. 
• Explore solutions for customer issues.
• Participate in the development and documentation of internal workflow processes.
• Work closely with the Quality team and Data Team
• Participate and contribute actively to internal tool set development (Python coding/scripting).
• Contribute/author guidance documents/manuals used internally as well as shipped externally.
• Manage customer specific projects and present reports. 

Experience: 

• Equivalent experience in airline operations
• Experience with aircraft performance products (Preferred)
• Flight education at Commercial Pilot’s License (CPL) level (Preferred) 

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities & Competencies:

• Education in Aeronautical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering 
• Team player – able to work as a team, understand and respect colleague’s strengths and weaknesses, and take on leadership role as necessary
• Self-starter, engaged and demonstrate ability to be proactive when dealing with issues and challenges
• Analytical – able to find solutions based on analysis of tasks and problems
• Multi-tasking – able to take on multiple assignments
• Responsible, task and target-driven, flexible, and innovative
• Able to adapt quickly to changing client requirements 
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and team members
• Clear understanding of Instrument Flight rules, or ability to become proficient with Instrument Flight Rules.
• Clear understanding of Aviation literature published by states and Aviation Authorities (ICAO, FAA, IATA)
• Clear understanding and appreciation of Aviation Regulations applicable to Aircraft Performance and operations. 

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Advance level proficiency in use of MS office/G-Suite 
• Proficient in use of Airbus PEP, Fly Smart, NAVBLUE TODC or similar performance calculation tools.
• Ability to become proficient with common technical and non-technical workflow management tools sets used by the department. (Freshdesk, Jira) 
• Database management (Basic SQL)
• Basic coding/scripting. (Python) 

Perks:

Located in the heart of University of Waterloo’s David Johnston Research + Technology Park, NAVBLUE is close to shops, restaurants, gyms, daycare, and many other amenities, and only 10 minutes away from Hwy 85. The modern design of our suite on the second floor of the Accelerator Centre draws its inspiration from airport terminals, and features bright, open workstations, rather than boxed-in cubicles. As part of our family, you will enjoy:

• Being part of Airbus Network
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working environment (3 days in office)
• Free parking 
• Christmas shut down
• Summer core hours 
• Strong work-life balance 
• Casual dress code 
• Rewards and Recognition program 
• Training and Development Support 
• Monthly Lunch and Learns 
• Fitness & Wellness reimbursement
• An active social committee 
• Organized Volunteer Events
• Game room, including a flight simulator!
• Lunch hour sporting activities (hockey, soccer, volleyball etc.) with a shower on site
• Active Inclusion & Diversity Committee
• And much more!
  

Not to mention, the aviation industry’s ongoing digital transformation means we must continually innovate and rise to the many challenges faced by our geographically diverse customers. We are always looking for creative ways to improve our processes and technologies to be a leader in the highly competitive aviation market.

How to Apply:

We thank all applicants for applying. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Navblue is committed to creating an environment and a culture where everyone feels like they belong no matter who they are or where they are from. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, record of offences, and basis of disability or any protected class. Accommodations will be available on request for candidates throughout the entire recruitment and selection process.

About Us:

NAVBLUE, an Airbus Company, is a leading global provider of flight operations solutions, including aeronautical charts, navigation data solutions, flight planning, aircraft performance software (take-off/landing, weight and balance), and crew planning solutions. You’ll be able to shape the future of the digital aviation industry by working on several of the best in the industry flagship products enabling pilots, dispatchers, flight engineers and other aviation personnel on a daily basis to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable flight operations all over the world. You’ll have the opportunity to support millions of flights each year and help NAVBLUE customers maximize efficiency, reduce costs, ensure compliance with complex national and international safety regulations, and effectively deliver their services.

You’ll join a team with a focus on digital and collaborative innovation that is passionate and customer-focused. Over the last few years, Airbus has been supportive of various initiatives such as Going Digital, Performance Based Navigation Services, Air Traffic Management Modernization Programs, FlySmart on iOS and other digital projects related to new aircraft technologies; the launch of NAVBLUE was therefore a natural step to further develop its Flight Operations and Air Traffic Management Portfolio. 

Airbus and all subsidiaries, including NAVBLUE are proud to have been recognized as a Global Top Employer for 2025. Based on eight criteria: physical workplace, work atmosphere and social, health financial and family benefits, vacation and time off, employee communication, performance manager, training and skills development and community involvement. It was determined that we offer some of the most progressive and forward-thinking programs within the area. This achievement reflects our commitment to nurturing and empowering our people to reach their full potential. We’re grateful to our people, whose dedication and collaboration make this possible.

NAVBLUE is a fully owned subsidiary of Services by Airbus, fueled by the agility of Airbus ProSky and Navtech (acquired in 2016), and the pioneering spirit of Airbus, NAVBLUE was created in July 2016 with one mission: lead aviation into the digital age. 

NAVBLUE is based in Hersham (UK), Toulouse (France), Waterloo, ON (Canada), Bangkok (Thailand), Malmö (Sweden), Gdańsk (Poland), and Bengaluru (India) with other offices all around the world. 

The Future is Yours for the Taking:  https://youtu.be/vdY6gYuceYY