IndiGo is hiring for a FRESHER entry level Data Analyst role in India

Position:

• Data Analyst, Network Planning, entry level role focused on airline operations and analytics within scheduling and distribution functions
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid analytical and operational environment combining data handling, business logic, and system coordination
• Role designed for fresh graduates or early career professionals looking to build expertise in aviation analytics and operational systems
• Acts as a bridge between technical systems and business teams ensuring seamless execution of scheduling processes
• Exposure to airline industry workflows including scheduling, revenue alignment, and operational coordination
• Involves both independent ownership of tasks and collaborative execution with multiple departments

Company:

• IndiGo
• One of the fastest growing airline companies in India with a strong focus on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Known for maintaining punctual operations and cost effectiveness across its services
• Offers a structured work environment with exposure to large scale aviation systems and global standards
• Provides opportunities to work on real world operational challenges impacting thousands of flights daily
• Culture emphasizes discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement

Location:

• Gurgaon, India
• Corporate and operational hub supporting airline planning and decision making
• Access to cross functional teams including revenue, digital, and operational control centers
• Exposure to high impact business decisions in a fast moving aviation environment

Job type:

• Full time role
• Permanent position with long term growth opportunities
• Designed for individuals at the beginning of their professional journey

Job mode:

• Onsite or hybrid depending on team requirements
• Close collaboration with internal stakeholders requiring active participation in meetings and coordination
• Requires availability during operational hours aligned with airline scheduling cycles

Job requisition id:

• Not explicitly mentioned, internal reference managed by hiring team

Years of experience:

• Open for freshers and candidates with up to three years of experience
• Suitable for candidates transitioning from academic learning to real world application
• Prior exposure to analytics or aviation domain is helpful but not mandatory

Company description:

• IndiGo is widely recognized as the largest passenger airline in India, serving millions of travelers across domestic and international routes
• Established in 2006, the company has experienced rapid growth, expanding from a single aircraft to a fleet of more than four hundred aircraft
• The airline focuses on three core principles which include affordability, punctuality, and a smooth customer experience
• Its operational philosophy revolves around maintaining strict timelines and ensuring reliability in every flight operation
• The organization has built a reputation for efficiency through standardized fleet operations and streamlined processes
• With more than one hundred thirty destinations including domestic and international routes, the airline continues to expand its network footprint
• IndiGo emphasizes consistent service delivery, ensuring passengers experience minimal disruptions and maximum comfort
• The company integrates technology and analytics into its core operations, enabling better planning and decision making
• Employees are given opportunities to work on high scale systems that impact real time airline operations
• The workplace environment encourages accountability, structured processes, and continuous improvement in performance

Profile overview:

• The Data Analyst role in Network Planning is centered around managing and improving the airline’s scheduling and distribution processes
• The role combines analytical thinking with operational execution, requiring individuals to ensure that flight schedules are accurately published across all platforms
• Analysts are responsible for maintaining consistency between internal systems and external distribution channels
• The position requires working with multiple teams including scheduling, revenue management, partnerships, and digital teams
• A key focus area is ensuring that schedule data is correct, updated, and synchronized across systems to avoid discrepancies
• The analyst plays a critical role in codeshare management, ensuring partner airlines’ schedules are correctly aligned and visible
• Responsibilities include building dashboards and automating repetitive processes to improve efficiency and transparency
• The role provides exposure to airline economics, scheduling logic, and operational workflows
• Analysts are expected to identify issues, track inconsistencies, and work with teams to resolve them quickly
• Over time, individuals in this role can grow into more specialized positions within analytics, operations, or commercial functions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in fields such as business, aviation, computer science, analytics, or related disciplines
• Strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem solving
• Basic to intermediate understanding of programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL
• Familiarity with data analysis concepts and tools used for reporting and visualization
• Exposure to business intelligence tools such as Power BI or Tableau is preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel with advanced capabilities including formulas and data handling
• Understanding of airline systems, scheduling formats, or aviation concepts is beneficial but not mandatory
• Awareness of data structures and ability to interpret complex datasets
• Ability to document processes, workflows, and business rules clearly
• Willingness to learn new tools, systems, and operational processes within the aviation domain

Additional info:

• Role involves daily monitoring of schedule publishing activities across various systems and platforms
• Requires performing validation checks before and after publishing schedules to ensure accuracy
• Analysts must coordinate with multiple teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain data integrity
• Involves managing codeshare partnerships including onboarding, validation, and ongoing monitoring
• Requires periodic checks to ensure codeshare flights are visible and bookable across systems
• Analysts are expected to track issues and maintain logs, documentation, and reporting structures
• Opportunity to build dashboards for tracking performance metrics such as schedule accuracy and latency
• Involvement in automation projects to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort
• Participation in system testing, validation, and implementation of changes
• Work environment may involve handling time sensitive tasks and adapting to changing operational needs

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