Aviation Pilot Data Analyst - Garmin International, Inc.

We are seeking a full-time Aeronautical Data Analyst in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for the attribution, processing, and maintenance of aeronautical data and participating in the evaluation of aeronautical data and execution of Quality Assurance processes on aeronautical data.  This position can sit in our St. Louis, MO or Olathe, KS office. 

This is an active and ongoing posting, reflecting our commitment to identifying and hiring exceptional talent to support Garmin’s growth. At Garmin, we’re always looking for talented individuals to join our growing team of Aeronautical Analysts.

Essential Functions

• Edit, manipulate and maintain aeronautical data using custom and 3rd party software
• Ensure application of appropriate aeronautical specifications to the data/products
• Help evaluate/process database updates according to established methodology
• Identify/resolve basic issues or risks using proper aeronautical data capture techniques
• Conduct testing/evaluation of Garmin aeronautical data products
• Perform established operations for quality assurance and execute tasks as directed by Team Leader or mentor
• Demonstrate fundamental understanding of Garmin’s Aeronautical Data development process
• Demonstrate ability to work in a collaborative team environment to achieve goals
• Demonstrate ability to use production tools
• Contribute/suggest ideas on continuous improvement freely and positively
• Demonstrate understanding of the importance of thoroughly documenting work in an organized manner
• Demonstrate ability to learn, understand and apply established or new processes with the ability to provide input related to processes/projects
• Demonstrate ability to recognize/process multiple source types; translate/culminate necessary information for tasks within standard framework
• Incorporate field knowledge within documented standards framework to identify and creatively solve problems
• Maintain/utilize knowledge of industry standards as basis for accurate and dependable data input and manipulation
• Periodic over-time, holiday, and weekend work may be necessary

Data Collection Team:

• Input or update, perform a QC process on, and maintain the features in the National Airspace System Resources (NASR) database
• Maintain a working knowledge of the functionality of the National Airspace System (NAS), to include the direct correlation in support of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and on-board Flight Management Systems (FMS)
• Maintain a working knowledge of the development, review and analysis of airspace structure to include new design processes and procedures

Production Team:

• Acquire/maintain DO-200A associate qualifications according to applicable sections of the Personnel Qualification Manual
• Acquire and maintain DO-200A initial and follow-on training requirements according to applicable sections of the Training Plan
• Insert, update, and delete records in AeroNavData’s DO-200A qualified database
• Process aeronautical source from the Standard and Non-Standard Aeronautical Information Publications (AIPs) listed in the Data Source Manual
• Acquire a basic understanding of the ARINC 424 specifications
• Interface with NFDC and AeroNav Products associates via e-mail or phone when directed
• Interface with Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA) via e-mail or phone when directed
• Use and understand database queries written for our Microsoft SQL Server database using the Structured Query Language (SQL)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in aviation OR private pilot rating OR minimum of 1 year experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description that would allow the associate to complete the essential functions of the Aeronautical Analyst position
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrate a basic working knowledge and understanding of aeronautical charting principles relevant to GARMIN’s business needs
• Demonstrates industry standards knowledge
• Demonstrate great typing skills, familiarity and proficiency with PC applications and Windows Operating System (OS), and the ability to learn new software programs quickly
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to work proactively/effectively with minimal supervision and demonstrate ability to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced, and challenging environment
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and technical communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to work and thrive in a technical environment
• Demonstrate ability to complete well defined basic tasks

Desired Qualifications

• Previous work experience as a TERPS Specialist or aeronautical information specialist
• Private pilot license with instrument rating
• Demonstrate an understanding of instrument flight rules, instrument procedures, and the United States National Airspace System
• Database skills and SQL knowledge
• Familiarity with Cartography, GIS principles and methodologies
• Bilingual skills

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits