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Business Analyst IT CSS Modernization
New York, NY

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Position Summary

The CSS Modernization Business Analyst provides direct support to JetBlue IT initiatives by supporting the Project Manager(s) in the development of materials in support of the planning and execution of IT projects, specifically the CSS Modernization effort. With the guidance of a Project Manager, the Business Analyst actively supports all aspects of the projects from start to finish with a particular emphasis on requirements development and participation in project quality activities. The Business Analyst may occasionally serve as the project lead on smaller, well-defined projects or provide support to IT Managers in project initiation activities.

Essential Responsibilities

* Actively support the CSS Modernization Program from start to finish in accordance with JetBlue IT policies and processes, produce clear, detailed project scoping and design documentation to be used by technical specialists to build appropriate solutions
* Elicit and develop clear, traceable requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, surveys, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, business analysis, task and/or workflow analysis
* Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, abstract up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs
* Drive and challenge business units on their assumptions of how they will successfully execute their plans
* Collaborate with developers, architects, subject matter experts, and other IT team members to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs
* Assist in the development of business cases, considering financial, resource, and technological constraints; develops cost estimates with consideration to business impacts and risks
* Ensure that approved requirements are developed in sufficient scope and detail to result in the delivery of a solution that meets customer needs as they perceive them;
* Proactively communicate and collaborate with external and internal customers to analyze information needs and functional requirements and deliver the following artifacts: Functional Requirements; Technical Requirements, include architecture, interfaces, security and business continuity;
* Provide support for lower tiered systems and applications supporting the operation
* Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in a related field OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a High School Diploma/General Education Development (GED) Diploma and (4) four years' of work experience supporting projects with business user and IT components
* Two (2) years' experience supporting projects with business user and IT components
* Strong understanding of airline reservations systems and related technology
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word and Visio
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization
* Ability to review, consolidate, communicate and reverse-engineer complex technical and systems documentation
* Experience in the commercial aviation industries with exposure to supporting IT systems and technologies
* Must pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test
* Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

* Experience in statistical and other quantitative and qualitative analytical methodologies
* Strong understanding of the Sabre reservations system and related technology
* Working knowledge of industry standards in project management and development methodologies (PMBOK, MSF, SEI, Agile Methods, RUP, etc.)
* Working knowledge of risk management and quality assurance standards and methodologies
* Demonstrated analytical and basic project management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements
* Strong interpersonal and demonstrated facilitation skills including the ability to motivate and influence others, and able to foster and contribute to a positive, upbeat team environment;
* Strong customer service ethic and an understanding of how IT is ultimately delivered to the Customer;
* High tolerance for working in a dynamic and shifting environment and able to readily embrace and participate in change initiatives;
* Knowledge of technology fundamentals and concepts including Microsoft technologies Ability to work well with others and complete tasks with minimal supervision;
* Effective time management and prioritization skills;
* Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP)

Crewmember Expectations:

* Regular attendance and punctuality
* Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
* Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
* When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
* Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
* Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
* Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report(SAR))

Equipment:

* Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment:

* Normal office environment

Physical Effort:

* Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the crewmember(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization change.

JetBlue Airways Corp. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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