Senior Manager Maintenance Planning

JetBlue Airways Corporation•New York, NY

22h•$110,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Maintenance Planning reports to the Managing Director, Technical Services and provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all line and base maintenance planning and scheduling activities across JetBlue’s fleet. This role ensures maintenance requirements are planned and executed in compliance with the FAA-approved maintenance program while supporting safe, reliable, and cost-effective airline operations. As a senior operational leader, this position drives cross-functional alignment with Engineering, Maintenance, Materials, Maintenance Control, Network Planning, SOC, and Flight Operations. The Senior Manager establishes standardized planning processes, performance metrics, and long-range strategies that enhance aircraft availability, operational resilience, and regulatory compliance, while developing high-performing teams aligned with JetBlue’s culture and values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a High School Diploma or GED and at least four (4) years of airline or aerospace manufacturing industry work experience
Six (6) years of leadership experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity
Six (6) years of airline operational experience
Working knowledge of Part 121 FAA regulations and regulated airline environments
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
Depending on location, may need to acquire and maintain a United States Customs Clearance
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work under pressure, multitask and make critical decisions in a dynamic environment
Ability to train and motivate a team
Available for occasional overnight travel (20%)
In possession of valid travel documents with the ability to travel in and out of the United States
Must pass a pre-employment drug test
Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Eight (8) years of airline operational experience
Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (Python, Power BI, SQL)
Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Airworthy Directives (AD) and Service Bulletins (SB)
Strong understanding of Preventative and Predictive Maintenance of Maintenance Planning Systems and a strong background in Analytical Maintenance principles.
Proficient in TRAX
Results oriented with the ability to balance diverse and dynamic operational requirements

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and governance for maintenance planning policies, standards, and processes
Lead maintenance planning strategy for line and base maintenance activities
Ensure all scheduled maintenance requirements are planned and executed within FAA-approved program limits
Oversee short-term and long-range maintenance forecasts including heavy maintenance inputs
Represent Technical Operations interests on the Schedule Horizons working group
Coordinate with Operations and Network Planning to ensure adequate ground time for maintenance
Maintain Technical Operations Task Guide Standards and coordinate tri-annual updates
Collaborate with Engineering and Reliability to align maintenance plans with ADs, SBs, and fleet initiatives
Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement through data-driven planning decisions
Lead, mentor, and develop Maintenance Planning teams and leaders
Promote a strong Safety Management System (SMS) culture
Plan for and manage Maintenance Planning manpower, facility, information technology, and system requirements.
Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support the engagement, growth, goal achievement by establishing clear performance expectations and accountability for Crewmembers, and lead daily Crewmember coaching sessions.
Other duties as assigned