This strategic role supports the Network Planning team in creating, optimizing and implementing Atlas Air’s global flight network & schedule to maximize fleet utilization, profitability, operational reliability and customer satisfaction. Based in the UK, the Operations Planner will play a critical role in the development, coordination, and communication of the airline’s global schedule—including Scheduled Services, ACMI/CMI, and charter (passenger/cargo) operations, as well as the Boeing/Dream lifter program. The role requires direct coordination with customers and strong collaboration internally with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones and may involve leading or supporting special projects. Coordinate directly with Atlas Air customers in region, serving as primary contact to implement and optimize flight schedules including seasonal schedules, ad-hoc schedules and any requested adjustments Develop and implement seasonal and ad hoc flight schedules, factoring in aircraft performance, maintenance windows, crew and ground handling availability, regulatory constraints, and airport limitations Determine feasibility of customer requests, communicate pricing or change cost impacts to customers and internal stakeholders resulting from schedule amendments or special requests Assign aircraft types and tail numbers to routes with the goal of maximizing block hour utilization, enhancing service reliability and minimizing operational costs Act as the regional interface between Network Planning and other departments, ensuring timely communication of scheduling decisions and changes to ensure operational robustness Adjust, experiment with scheduling strategies based on commercial, operational performance and feedback Maintain accuracy in the AIMS system database, including data related to block times, curfews, tail assignments, aircraft registrations, customer codes, adherence to Atlas Air’s operational parameters Support Network Planning Team with flight coding, slot coordination, new service launches, peak period planning, and continuous improvement initiatives Collaborate across regions to ensure the integrity and feasibility of the global operating schedule Bachelor’s degree required, with a preferred focus in aviation or similar (economics, engineering, mathematics) 5 years of airline network planning, scheduling or related experience Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities; creative, able to visualize scenarios, formulate optimal outcomes and make sound decisions accounting for dynamic operational parameters Collaborative style: excellent communication, facilitation, resolution and leadership skills Organized; focused; high attention to detail and operational feasibility Works independently with minimal direction; manages priorities and meets deadlines in a fast paced, high-pressure environment Strategic thinker, with commercial mindset, placing high emphasis on customer service Proficient in MS Office Suite and network scheduling tools (Atlas Air uses AIMS); world geography familiarity a plus Schedule flexibility including 24/7 on-call availability "LI-SL1