Program Specialist jobs in Calgary, AB

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.

Why WestJet:
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Overview of the role:
WestJet is seeking an Analyst, Safety Data Programs. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Group Audit, Investigations & Safety Data, this role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and advancing analytics and statistical models focused on Safety and Flight Data Monitoring (FDM).

Leveraging data from the Company Reporting System and multiple internal sources, including WestJet aircraft systems, you will generate insights that support stakeholders in achieving safety objectives. You will also contribute to broader initiatives by producing reports, ensuring data integrity, and applying advanced analytics across large, complex datasets.
This role sits within a fast-paced, high-visibility team that operates with a strong commitment to accuracy, service excellence, and delivering high-quality insights to stakeholders and senior leadership.
In support of the FDM program, you will collaborate closely with Air Line Pilots Association-designated gatekeepers, flight safety teams, and safety investigators to support and strengthen WestJet’s FDM program, ultimately contributing to overall operational safety and performance.

Key deliverables include:

• Review, analyze, and combine data from multiple sources
• Perform data quality assessments and in-depth analysis of datasets
• Troubleshoot data and data analysis issues
• Create, maintain, and update 150+ Power BI reports
• Use statistical tools and methodology to identify, analyze, and interpret patterns and trends
• Write advanced SQL queries to analyze, store, sort, and retrieve data for further analysis
• Extract and communicate insights from raw data
• Handle day-to-day data requests
• Grow the program to use more in-depth and complex statistical tools, including, but not limited to, machine learning, simulations, predictive modelling, and reliable statistical methodologies
• Meet with stakeholders to discern goals, objectives, and KPIs relating to data systems controlled by the team, and provide meaningful reports and insights related to those goals
• Analytical mind with strong problem-solving skills

Experience and qualifications

• 3 years+ of BI Analytics development experience, or a Bachelor's or master’s degree in mathematics, statistics, engineering, operations research, data science, or a related field.
• Practical knowledge of data modelling, architecture, and warehousing
• Practical knowledge of SQL
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel

The following would be an asset:

• Previous experience with flight operations and/or Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) analysis and software
• Intermediate to advanced DAX, PowerShell, or VBA
• Previous experience with advanced statistical modeling
• Previous experience with safety reporting or safety management systems
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and performance, preferably Boeing 737/787 and Q400 aircraft

The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we’re a great fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

Our safety promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talent@westjet.com.

We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.

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