Wizz Air

Navigation Assistant

Wizz Air  •  Budapest, HU (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Navigation Assistant

Based in Budapest

Purpose of the role

To provide and maintain navigation-related oversight of the network by handling EUROCONTROL-related messages, preparing flight documentation, and providing necessary data for the Duty Manager of Operations.

Responsibilities

  • Preparation and submission of ATS flight plans
  • Preparation of Operational Flight Plans
  • Providing necessary information to crew members
  • Monitoring flight operations and advising the Duty Manager when the safety of a flight is in doubt to initiate necessary actions
  • Carrying out and monitoring the daily program
  • Handling CTOTs through CFMU-CHMI and/or NOP portal
  • Monitoring Weather/NOTAMs for changes and updates
  • Collecting and evaluating information on irregular circumstances to secure optimal decision-making (e.g., weather information, airport availability)
  • Ensuring suitable take-off alternate airports are selected and specified in the OFP whenever weather conditions at the airport of departure are at or below applicable landing minima
  • Ensuring flights are planned not to exceed maximum performance and structural take-off and landing weight limits based on expected environmental conditions
  • Liaising with staff and agencies at outstations on all matters concerning company navigational requirements
  • Calculating fuel requirements for flights in accordance with OM provisions
  • Filling the daily operations checklist

MEETINGS

  • Monthly team meetings
  • Weekly team meetings

AUTHORITIES OF THE FUNCTION

  • Change ATS flight plans as part of flight preparation

Experience

  • 1-3+ years working experience
  • Experience with flight planning is an advantage

Hard skills

Computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is an advantage

Language

Fluent spoken and written English

Skills and competencies

  • Work well under pressure
  • Teamwork skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to a Safety Management System

When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.

Wizz Air

About Wizz Air

Wizz Air is Europe’s fastest-growing and ultra-low-cost airline, flying 80M+ passengers as of 2025. With a bold vision to make air travel accessible, spontaneous, and full of possibility, we operate a modern fleet of 200+ Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft across a growing network.

"Let’s WIZZ" is more than a tagline. It’s a mindset. It reflects our commitment to turning travel into a feeling: one of freedom, connection, and bold discovery.

We're proud to have the following awards and to be named:

🏆 Airline of the Year (2019 & 2023 – Air Transport Awards)

🛫 Top 5 Safest Airlines in the World (AirlineRatings.com)

🌱 Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline (2021–2023 – World Finance)

🌍 Global Environmental Sustainability Airline Group of the Year (2022–2023 – CAPA)

🇪🇺 EMEA Environmental Sustainability Airline Group of the Year (2024 – CAPA)

We’re listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker WIZZ and driven by over 8,000 passionate team members living our core values: Let’s Act. Let’s Be. Let’s Succeed. Let’s Contribute. Let’s Achieve.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Budapest, HU
Year Founded
Unknown
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