Senior Air Network Scheduling Engineer

Description

Air Network Design; Air Network Planning & Implementation; ULD Planning & Management; Operations Research; Liaison with Field Ops Managing International Air Linehaul; Strategic Network Alliances; Business Planning; Program & Project Management; Business Continuity/ Crisis Management Leadership; Product Launches; QDM; Ops Management Training; Service Quality; Service; QPI; Ops Excellence; Operations Technology & Systems; Clearance P&E; Clearance Technology & Systems; Clearance Compliance; Customs Solutions; P&P Process Compliance; Facility Lease Negotiation & Management; Hardware & Portfolio Optimization (Facilities & Fleet); Hub Facility Maintenance; PUD P&E; Station P&E; Sort System P&E; Hub P&E; Gateway P&E; In-Country Ground Movement P&E; Local Facility P&E; PMO P&E; In-Country Clearance Planning Support; Vehicles & GSE Planning Support; Air; Ground Network & Commercial Airlift Implementation Support; Contingency Planning; Road Network Planning (SPAC)

What You Will Do

The Senior Air Network Scheduling Engineer is responsible for managing and executing airline scheduling projects supporting the FedEx Asia Pacific air network. This role oversees the configuration and maintenance of scheduling systems, development and publication of master flight schedules, and the establishment of scheduling standards and procedures.

The position also plays a key role in ensuring operational consistency by maintaining scheduling system integrity, improving scheduling processes, and training team members on the effective use of scheduling tools and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Air Network Scheduling & Planning

• Develop, maintain, and publish the Asia Pacific master air network flight schedule to support operational and commercial requirements.
• Ensure schedules meet operational constraints including aircraft routing, hub connectivity, regulatory requirements, and operational feasibility.
• Coordinate with network planning, operations, and engineering teams to ensure schedule alignment with network strategies.

Scheduling Systems Management

• Manage configuration, updates, and maintenance of airline scheduling systems used for planning and publishing schedules.
• Support system upgrades, enhancements, and integration projects affecting scheduling tools.
• Troubleshoot scheduling system issues and coordinate with internal IT teams and vendors to resolve technical problems.
• Ensure system data accuracy, configuration integrity, and proper version control.

Scheduling Projects & Process Improvement

• Lead or support scheduling-related projects impacting the Asia Pacific air network.
• Implement improvements to scheduling processes, tools, and workflows to enhance planning efficiency and data accuracy.
• Evaluate new scheduling capabilities and recommend system or process enhancements.

Standards, Procedures, and Governance

• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), scheduling policies, and documentation for scheduling systems and processes.
• Ensure adherence to scheduling standards across the team and maintain compliance with corporate and operational guidelines.
• Establish best practices for schedule creation, validation, and publication.

Training & Knowledge Sharing

• Train team members and cross-functional stakeholders on the use of scheduling systems and scheduling processes.
• Develop training materials, user guides, and reference documentation.
• Provide subject matter expertise and ongoing support to scheduling and network planning teams.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, Operations Research, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Several years of experience in airline scheduling, air network planning, or aviation operations planning.
• Experience working with airline scheduling systems or network planning tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects or system implementations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in passenger or cargo airline operations or express logistics networks.
• Knowledge of aircraft routing, hub-and-spoke network design, and airline operational constraints.
• Experience with system configuration, database management, or scheduling software administration.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with complexities relating to traffic rights and slots in an APAC context 

Key Competencies

• Air network scheduling expertise
• Systems configuration and technical troubleshooting
• Project management
• Process documentation and SOP development
• Training and knowledge transfer
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce in which we enforce fair treatment, and provide growth opportunities for everyone.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy, or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions, and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure, and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.