Airport Screening Operations Consultant - DAL

Department
Ground Operations
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description
As an Airport Screening Operations Consultant supporting the Dallas (DAL) region, you’ll help shape the airport infrastructure that keeps Customers and checked baggage moving safely and efficiently. You’ll support the design, planning, and continuous improvement of Baggage Handling Systems (BHS) and airport security checkpoints, using system data and technical plans to identify capacity needs and prepare for future growth. Partnering with Ground Operations, TSA, Airport Authorities, vendors, and project teams, you’ll help develop design specifications, evaluate system performance, and recommend solutions that improve reliability and efficiency. You’ll also research innovative technologies and cost-saving opportunities while helping ensure contractors and systems meet Southwest’s performance and design standards. Through strong collaboration, technical knowledge, and forward-thinking planning, your work will directly improve baggage movement, Customer flow, operational performance, and the overall travel experience throughout the DAL region.
Additional details
This Dallas region-based role is offered as a remote workplace position. Team Members are expected to travel to stations and locations throughout the region, as needed, to support business operations, trainings, meetings, conferences, and other work-related activities. Outside of those required visits, the majority of your work may be performed from an approved remote location within the region.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing project design and specifications to ensure that all bag systems meet the Planning Guidelines and Design Standards
Knowledge of baggage/material handling systems and checkpoint screening system design principles
Leverage schematic, design, and construction drawings
Partner with Ground Operations, TSA, Airport Authorities, etc., to maximize the efficiency of the baggage handling and security checkpoints
Prepare project design and specifications to ensure that all baggage handling and security checkpoints meet program requirements for performance, capability, and future capacity
Analyze historical data to identify capacity limitations
Identify and recommend innovative ideas and long-term solutions for security checkpoints and baggage systems
Research opportunities to reduce costs and identify savings
Verify all vendors and contractors maintain baggage handling and conveyor systems have the appropriate software programs and service process
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
Skilled use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes
Skilled collecting, organizing, visualizing and assimilating data including turning raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software
Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge with conveyor maintenance programs, airport/airline operations, managing maintenance contracts, and vendor relations
Licensing/Certification
Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from limited space workstation/desk/office area for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Ability to raise/move/transport 100 lbs. on an occasional basis (under 50%)
Ability to operate motorized vehicles/equipment
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $103,750 to $115,300 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
401(k) match contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
ProfitSharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
10/23/2026

Work arrangement
Yes