Analyst - Safety Data Programs

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 26, 2026 at 6:00 a.m. | Expires Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:59 a.m.

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

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Required 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

Preferred Additional Experience

• 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

Benefits

• 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

Safety Requirements

All roles identified as Safety‑Sensitive are required to pass a Pre‑Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds. 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 View email address on ca.talent.com.