Sr Planner Aircraft Services

Mitsubishi•Bridgeport, WV

21d

About The Position

MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) is the merging of two important heritages: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and the CRJ Series program. We provide comprehensive critical operational, engineering and customer support solutions including maintenance, refurbishment, technical publications, marketing and sales activities for the global regional aircraft industry. We're hiring a Sr Planner Aircraft Service to help drive our continued success! Purpose of the role MHIRJ's network of service centers, support offices and parts depots are positioned in important aviation hubs in the U.S. The Sr Planner Aircraft Service is responsible for understanding the scope of work provided by the client and creating the program work packages. Plan tactical schedules and establish work paths. Monitors work in progress to identify possible schedule impact and plan accordingly for upcoming maintenance events. This position acts as the subject matter expert (SME) for Jr. Planner Aircraft Services team members to provide support and guidance to resolve complex planning tasks and/or projects.

Requirements

5 years of experience in project management, planning environment in a heavy industrial or manufacturing industry; or
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related technical field
Intermediate knowledge of MS office (specifically excel), databases and maintenance planning software
Demonstrated ability to understand project layers, mapping and flow of a project within a multiple project setting with rapidly changing priorities
Strong understanding of aircraft systems and maintenance processes
Effective problem-solving abilities to address discrepancies during planning and execution
Strong analytical skills to research, review and accommodate scheduling requirements
Strong coordination and communication skills to convey maintenance plans and schedules
Ability to collaborate with various professionals (customers, co-workers, management and contractors)

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field - preferred
Familiar with aviation regulations and safety standards - preferred
7 years of experience in project management or planning environment in a heavy industrial or manufacturing industry - preferred
7 years of experience in a technical-related field - preferred
A & P License - preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for researching and administering aircraft maintenance programs
Determine tactical scope, activities and critical paths for aircraft maintenance tasks
Responsible for the assembly of aircraft work packages around a critical path in an efficient manner including identification of technical documentation prior to scheduled induction
Define flow charts and timeline by identifying the time, resources and materials required for aircraft maintenance tasks
Maintain and assist in development of aircraft model specific technical information, for example airframe, engine, avionics, and paint / interior
Monitor maintenance progress and ensure that it is carried out according to the plan
Perform analytical reviews of historical data and prepare detailed reports
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all maintenance activities are compliant with regulations and meet standards and expectations
Adress and resolve discrepancies during the planning and execution phases
Monitor aircraft work in progress for adjustments to delivery schedule and communicate impact as necessary to appropriate stakeholders.
Act as a point of contact for external customers, addressing concerns and communicating updates effectively
Support the continuous improvement of maintenance planning processes
Input data into all systems as required
May develop new projects, establish new standards and optimize processes