Flight Data Engineer
Monitor, process, and analyze flight data from aircraft systems within Vueling's operations according to regulatory standards and internal procedures to ensure flight safety, operational efficiency.
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At Vueling, we love things to happen. We always do our best to go one step further and do it better. We invite our people to celebrate their unique strengths, work as a team to overcome challenges and achieve their goals for the greater good.
Our team is made of great professionals. Great and passionate people who collaborate, support and complement each other's skills.
We are one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines, with special relevance in the Spanish domestic market, as well as in France and Italy.
Job Purpose
Monitor, process, and analyse flight data from aircraft systems within Vueling's operations according to regulatory standards and internal procedures to ensure flight safety, operational efficiency, and compliance
Main Accountabilities
Ensure continuous and reliable data transmission by maintaining a high rate of data reception (currently 99%), ensuring seamless data flow and system reliability.
Convert binary data into a readable format for the flight data analysis system, enabling accurate and efficient data interpretation and analysis.
Identify potential safety hazards, operational trends, and critical events that may require immediate attention or further investigation, ensuring proactive measures are in place to prevent incidents and ensure flight safety.
Work with Maintenance, IT, and Data departments to diagnose and fix issues with aircraft data systems and improve data analysis tools, ensuring efficient and accurate data processing capabilities.
Conduct comprehensive studies and produce reports aimed at improving flight safety, operational efficiency, and aircraft utilisation, while providing actionable feedback and recommendations to relevant departments.
Share analysis findings and recommend training or procedural adjustments to mitigate risks, ensure compliance with operational standards, and promote continuous improvement and a culture of safety.
Develop and track metrics to monitor safety performance, ensuring continuous adherence to safety standards and informed decision-making.
Enhance technical skills and keep abreast of the latest industry standards, participating in global projects
Main Responsibilities
Monitor the receipt of flight data from aircraft systems.
Process raw flight data into an analysable format.
Analyse flight data for trends indicating safety risks.
Collaborate with the maintenance department to resolve data transmission issues.
Review and validate significant flight events for compliance and safety.
Provide data-driven insights to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
Liaise with flight operations and training departments regarding identified trends.
Create and maintain Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs)
Generate and distribute detailed flight data analysis reports.
Engage in continuous professional development and training.
Collaborate on international data-sharing initiatives.
Support the development and maintenance of analytical tools and systems.
Main Relationships
Flight Operations: To share operational data trends and support pilot compliance with safety protocols.
Training Department: To address identified trends through additional crew training and procedural updates.
Maintenance Department: To ensure aircraft system integrity and resolve data transmission or technical issues.
IT, Data, and External Analysis Providers: To develop, maintain, and optimise data processing systems, analytical tools, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Operations Planning: To support operational planning, fuel consumption analysis, and efficiency improvements through detailed data insights.
Legal and Insurance Departments: To provide flight data supporting legal defence, insurance claims, and company interests.
Safety and Security: To collaborate on identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks.
Aircraft and Engine Manufacturers (e.g., Airbus): To support technical issue resolution and performance improvement initiatives through data sharing.
Regulatory and Investigation Authorities (e.g., EASA, NTSB, BEA): To support safety initiatives and provide data for incident and accident investigations.
International Committees (e.g., IATA FDX): To participate in global data-sharing projects aimed at improving aviation safety and industry standards.
Education
Degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
Proficiency in flight data monitoring and analysis systems.
Understanding of aviation safety regulations and standards.
Knowledge of data processing and analysis tools like Python, SQL, VBA.
Familiarity with Business Intelligence tools like Tableau, Excel or Power BI.
Experience
At least 2 years in roles related to data analysis, aviation safety, or related fields.
Experience in airline operations is advantageous.
Experience in analysing data and identifying safety trends.
Proven track record of collaborating with maintenance and flight operations departments is advantageous.
Experience in creating and maintaining Performance Indicators, (SPIs) is a plus.
Ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
Competencies
Attitude
Communication
Analytical Capacity
Team Work
Adaptability
Languages
Spanish C1
English C1
Location
Barcelona-Viladecans
We are the first Top Employer airline in Europe
For the third consecutive year, we have been recognized as a Top Employer, establishing ourselves as the only European passenger airline to achieve this certification three years in a row.
The Top Employers Institute placed special emphasis on our performance in Impulse and Cohesion, two areas that reflect how we work: with a clear strategy, stronger collaboration, a strong focus on communication, and a commitment to inclusion, ethics and equal opportunities.

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- Department
- Operations
- Locations
- Viladecans - Barcelona
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
Viladecans - Barcelona
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Being part of IAG Group
At Vueling, we're not just any airline - we're part of the IAG group, which means you've got plenty of chances to grow and develop your career within the group. Join us at Vueling and be a part of this exciting journey.
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Our work environment
We know that a good working environment is vital to foster employee engagement, productivity and overall wellbeing. Our spaces reflect our energy and innovative spirit to provide a welcoming and pleasant working environment.
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Great Professionals. Great people.
Our team is not only made up of experts in their field, but also of people who inspire and uplift those around them. The perfect combination that makes a positive impact on our work
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Opportunities for training and development
We offer each person who joins our team the opportunity to grow, to develop, to learn. Because we believe in people, in their talent, we want to see them shine, being their best professional version.
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Our benefits
Flight benefits: Our team get ready to start flying by booking benefit flights as soon as joining us.
Variable compensation: To add to the fixed compensation, our team have variable compensation according to your role, company and individual performance.
Vueling Flex: We know life changes, so we are able to adjust our benefits each year to your personal and family situation – Health insurance, training, transportation and much more.
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Make it Healthy: Our programme focuses on our team and our well-being! It includes: Gym, Nutrition, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Psychology support, Medical service, etc.
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Diversity & Inclusion
With a team of more than 60 nationalities and more than 51% of the positions occupied by women, there is no doubt that we have the perfect scenario for growth and innovation.
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Commitment with sustainability
At our core, we are a sustainable-oriented company, dedicated to reducing our environmental impact. Through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) and the efficiency of our fleet, we actively contribute to achieving our Net Zero 2050 goal.
At Vueling, we invite you to fly to your full potential through self-development and pursuing your professional passion. We invite you to celebrate your unique strengths, work as a team to overcome challenges and achieve your goals for the greater good.
We practice our values every day, create the best working environment and are ready to support you with what you need to shine and make us shine with you.
About Vueling
We're one of the top ten companies in Catalonia, and we're part of IAG, one of the world's leading aviation groups.
We are one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, with special relevance in the Spanish domestic market, as well as in France and Italy.
We fly direct to over 140 destinations in 30 countries in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
As part of IAG, we’ve led the way in setting a target of zero net emissions by 2050.
Our purpose is about more than just providing a transport service; it's about connecting to new adventures, reunions, firsts.
It's about who we are.