Position Summary 

The Maintenance Planner reports to the VP Aircraft Maintenance Operations and is responsible for the planning and scheduling of maintenance events. Organize maintenance work packages, including identifying and ordering of parts, materials and equipment required. 

Duties and Responsibilities  

• Evaluates projected scope of work to ensure that appropriate ratings and capabilities are in place. 

• Manages schedule to ensure that data, material, tooling and personnel are available when required. 

• Ensures adequate housing is available when performing work at another location. 

• Collaborates with air carrier to ensure documentation, training, approvals are in place prior to performing work. 

• Reviews operator requirements prior to input. 

• Documents operators’ operating rules on Aircraft Work Authorization. 

• Communicates with customers, vendors and other managers to support customer needs as required. 

• Monitors work in progress and communicate problem areas. 

• Schedules and Chairs pre-arrival and planning meeting. 

• Plans for all Material required in preparation for the proposed project. 

• Collaborates with the material group during the pre-planning phase to ensure timely arrival of all ordered material and aircraft parts. 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Aircraft Maintenance Operations. 

Competencies and Skills 

• Create strong customer relations and deliver customer-centric solutions. 

• Take on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm. 

• Work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 

• Communicate a clear understanding of the needs of varied audiences and modes. 

• Gain the trust and confidence of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. 

Position-Specific Skills 

• Ability to effectively communicate with management, peers and external parties. 

• Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization. 

• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Windows/Office Suite. 

• Ability to prioritize and organize workflow as well as multi-task. 

• Ability to handle sensitive documents in a very confidential manner. 

• Ability to take initiative and execute assigned tasks in a timely and flawless manner. 

• Strong teamwork acumen with a profound ability to work under pressure. 

• Demonstrated ability to screen calls, manage calendars, and arrange meetings. 

• Self- motivated, able to work independently and with minimal direction. 

• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills. 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager of MRO Services. 

Essential Job Functions 

• Ability to operate designated technology devices and programs.  

• Ability to work in the designated office and its environment as well as indoor and outdoor environments within airports including airside facilities, landside facilities, and terminal buildings. 

• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external stakeholders in a variety of small and large group settings. 

• If needed, must have a reasonable space to work from home/remotely with appropriate office set up. 

• Ability to work extended hours and in a flex schedule to meet the demands of the position. 

• Able to comply with any and all safety requirements necessary to perform the job safely. 

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. 

Required Education and Experience  

Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.

Preferred Qualifications  

2 years of experience in corporate aviation.

Benefits

Clay Lacy Aviation offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401(K) and more to employees in full-time positions.

Disclaimer Statement  

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all assigned activities, duties, or responsibilities, and may be amended at any time. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Clay Lacy Aviation provides reasonable accommodation when requested by qualified individuals with disabilities unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. We encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with a representative of the Office of Human Resources. 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statements

Clay Lacy Aviation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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.