Aviation Data Specialist

About The Role

Jeppesen ForeFlight builds industry-leading aviation software used by pilots, aircraft operators, and major airlines worldwide. As a high-growth, private equity-backed company, we are focused on scaling our operations, strengthening our financial infrastructure, and driving operational excellence across the business. Our team combines deep domain expertise with a collaborative, high-performance culture to solve complex challenges and support continued growth. This role is remote within the US.

We are looking for an Aviation Data Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in enhancing and advancing solutions tailored for government and military clients, all in support of aviation safety initiatives. Our team is dedicated to analyzing global aeronautical data to create precise and timely Enroute navigation charts.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize established processes and tools to create and maintain geospatial assets that drive our mission forward.
• Ensure that all assets meet stringent regulatory and contractual requirements, playing a vital role in our commitment to excellence.
• Proactively seek clarification on any source or specification ambiguities.
• Conduct thorough quality control checks to uphold the highest standards of data integrity and reliability.
• Collaborate effectively with a remote team, leveraging technical guidance from senior members while embracing new software and adapting to evolving workflows.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in GIS Mapping Software (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS and/or QGIS).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and online collaboration tools.
• Experience working remotely.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in piloting, navigating, flight planning, or navigation systems.
• College degree in geography, cartography, geographic information systems, aviation, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience with GIS Mapping Software.

Why You Should Join

At Jeppesen ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide our employees with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes But Not Limited To The Following:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
• Open PTO Policy
• 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
• 4 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave
• Flight Training Rewards

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary Pay Range: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00

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Key skills/competency

• Aviation Data Specialist
• Geospatial Assets
• Aeronautical Data Analysis
• Enroute Navigation Charts
• GIS Mapping Software
• ESRI ArcGIS
• QGIS
• Quality Control
• Remote Collaboration
• Attention to Detail