• Co-op, Performance Engineering (Summer 2026)

    Delta Air Lines, Inc. (Atlanta, GA)


    How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

    Performance Engineering Co-Op Job Summary:

    Work with a team of Aerospace Engineers and engineering compliance specialists on multiple projects. Identify and implement improvements to existing processes to increase efficiency, productivity, and performance

    Airport Analysis and Takeoff & Landing Performance:

    - Assist with GIS (Geographical Information System) analysis for airports worldwide as well as aircraft departure procedures where terrain and/or aircraft noise pose operational limitations

     

    - Monitor daily airports and runway characteristics changes

    Enroute Performance:

    - Review flights with seating capacity restrictions due to high temperatures, enroute winds, etc.

     

    - Develop and engineer operational datasets for payload performance monitoring

     

    - Monitor aircraft over/under fuel burn performance

    Weight and Balance:

    - Monitor and update aircraft weight ledgers as mods/repairs are embodied

    What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

    • Seeking a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Aeronautical/Aerospace or Mechanical strongly preferred).

    • Strong analytic, technical writing, and verbal communications skills required.

    • MS Office (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint) skills required. SQL, Python and/or VBA skills a plus.

    • Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

    • Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

    • Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

    • Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

    What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

    • Private pilot's license a plus.

    Students must be able to complete 3 alternating rotations in Atlanta, GA in line with the schedule below:

    • Summer 2026 - 1st rotation

    • Spring 2027 - 2nd rotation

    • Fall 2027 - 3rd rotation

    Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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