Job Description
This job is a member of the Planning Team within the Integrated Operations Team. This position will be responsible for providing direct supervision to Planners regarding company policy/procedures. Coordinates with Maintenance, Production Control, Line Planning, Engineering, Material Planning, Base Planning, Maintenance Programs and other Technical Operations Departments to manage Base Maintenance requirements for Base Maintenance aircraft. This job also ensures Planners are effectively managing all Base Maintenance visit requirements to support all cost efficiency measures associated with the budget plan.
Benefits and Offers
Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Provides leadership, direction, and development to the Planner to ensure they are accountable for their duties, responsibilities, and actions to identify, communicate, and solve problems within the area
Assists with defining the strategy, goals, objectives and requirements for the departments
Ensures Planners are determining the most effective actions to route aircraft materials in the event of material failure under strict time limitations
Provides liaison between Base Maintenance Planning and Planners in all matters related to aircraft support
Responsible for employee schedules
Manages sick and vacation time, overtime and OSHA Occupational Injury Reports
Manages attendance program and records
Advises employees of all procedural changes and provides information relating to their job by use of crew meetings
Responsible for on-the-job training of employees and recommends and/or implements work simplification systems
Administers the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Promotes harmonious working relationships within the department
Leads the workforce
Evaluates performance and provides feedback
Conducts probationary progress reports on all new employees during their probationary period to advise them of their progress and performance
Must be able to work in stressful situations during peak operations
Must be willing and able to work various shifts (Day, Nights, Weekends and Holidays) in a 24/7 environment
Performs any additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to achieve department and Company objectives
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience/training
3 years experience in Aircraft Maintenance Planning environment
Working knowledge of Maintenance Planning Systems (SCEPTRE, DECS, MAPS, AMPS, FCXP)Ability to navigate and work with AA Web based systems (MAPS, ASOM, SAFE, etc.)
Working knowledge of Maintenance Planning Systems (Lamps, SSCPTRE, MAPS, AMPS)
Ability to navigate and work with AA Web based systems (MAPS, ASOM, SAFEAOG)
Ability to work with employees that are covered by a union collective bargaining agreement
Understanding of current Maintenance processes including MEL and Deferral process
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Excellent problem-solving skills
Must be willing to work weekends and various shifts
Must be able to work in stressful situations during peak operations
Must be able to work various shifts (Day, Nights, Weekends and Holidays) in a 24/7 environment
3 years experience in Aircraft Operational environment
Understanding of maintenance structure, maintenance station capabilities and processes
Previous experience leading a team of direct reports – 1 to 3 years
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