Senior Analyst, Capacity (Route Network) Planning - America West Airlines/US Airways, Tempe, AZ

website: www.americanwest.com

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
On Sept. 27, 2005, America West Airlines and US Airways will
officially merge, creating the nation's largest low-fare, full service
airline. Please visit either company's web site for more information.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for analyzing the profitability of the existing route
structure and forecasting potential changes to America West's network
through the addition of new routes/frequencies and modifications to
existing services. Understand and evaluate changing market and
competitive conditions as part of America West's ongoing process of
market development. Reponsible for maintaining schedule databases.
Performs expert financial analysis and modeling of flight changes to
the AWA schedule utilizing APM, Excel, Access, and various other
scheduling models. Creates comprehensive and professional Powerpoint
presentations. Creates, maintains, and updates various models and
databases used by Capacity Planning. Position requires in-depth
understanding of the numerous data sources used in financial forecasts
and analysis of America West's routes and schedule. Creates annual
Business Plan for the company-wide budgeting process. This forecast is
a by month, by route, by equipment type revenue forecast including
relevant operating statistical measures.

REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering,
or Science or equivalent experience/training; MBA preferred;

Extensive financial modeling and database management experience;
Strong analytical skills;
Airline experience preferred;
Flexibility in adapting to new ideas and approaches in work methods;
In-depth understanding of data sources used in financial forecasting
and analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills;
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

APPLY TO:
Please email a cover letter and resume to Ron Levin - ron.levin@americawest.com