Specialist Expeditor

JetBlue Airways Corporation•Orlando, FL

10d•$25 - $41•Hybrid

About The Position

The Specialist Expeditor is responsible for managing the repair lifecycle of aircraft tooling and aircraft support equipment through approved repair vendors. The role ensures repairs are completed within contractual turnaround times, at competitive cost, and in support of fleet operational requirements. The Specialist Expeditor monitors repair performance, manages repair quotations, coordinates loaners and exchanges, and drives continuous improvement in vendor performance while maintaining optimal tooling availability across the network.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
Two (2) years of experience in aircraft maintenance, tooling, component repair, supply chain, or maintenance operations
Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational, and project management skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
In possession of valid travel documents with the ability to travel in and out of the United States
Available for occasional overnight travel (up to 20%)
Must pass a pre-employment drug test
Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Authorization to work in the United States is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Aviation or Supply Chain, or a related field
Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant
Experience coordinating aircraft tooling, aircraft support equipment, aircraft component repairs, vendor performance, warranty claims, or repair contract administration
Two (2) years of experience in aircraft tooling, aircraft support equipment, procurement, repair coordination, or other high-volume repair or purchasing environments
Two (2) years of inventory management experience
Experience with aircraft tooling repair management, calibration management, tool control, and repair contract administration
Familiarity with Maintenance and Engineering systems such as TRAX

Responsibilities

Ensures aircraft tooling and aircraft support equipment are repaired by approved JetBlue business partners within agreed turnaround times
Monitors stock levels and ensures required items are prioritized for repair
Coordinates with Tooling Expeditors and Materials to ensure repair orders are processed and tooling is received in a timely manner
Communicates with business partners regarding the status of tooling sent for repair. For urgent orders, coordinates expedited shipping and tracks delivery through repair order completion
Reviews and approves repair cost quotations
Monitors repair turnaround performance and escalates overdue repairs to ensure contractual service levels are maintained
Identifies recurring repair shop performance issues, notifies management, and supports implementation of corrective action plans
Reviews and approves tooling exchange offers from repair vendors when appropriate in lieu of repair
Assists in the disposition of unserviceable tooling by coordinating repair, exchange, replacement, or scrap actions with Tooling and approved business partners
Helps minimize costs associated with tooling determined to be beyond economical repair
Provides repair cost and performance data to support sourcing activities and contract negotiations
Generates and analyzes weekly reports on open repair orders, turnaround time, overdue repairs, repair costs, and vendor performance in compliance with internal audit requirements.
Other duties as assigned