Heavy Maintenance Planner

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400 and A-330 aircraft to accomplish its missions.

Job Title: Heavy Maintenance Planner

Location: Orlando, FL

Department: Quality Control

Reports To: Manager, Maintenance Programs & Heavy Maintenance Planning

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary: Responsible for the planning of aircraft heavy checks and validating the requirements of that specific aircraft. Provides maintenance proposals for bids on aircraft heavy checks that meet the requirements of the maintenance organization and the respective Inspection Program. Identifies services or materials as required for the check and to meet company requirements, ensuring the appropriate tasks are included in the Heavy Maintenance Visit work package.

Essential Functions:

• Participates in the company's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Responsible for working with Various Departments to schedule and support A-Checks and above. 
• Works with Line Maintenance Planning to ensure that items which may not make the next heavy check are addressed and not overflow.
• Reviews maintenance next due reports to create workorders and work packages for aircraft A-Checks and above.
• Reviews task cards and properly plan for the requirements of tasks being assigned to work packages. 
• Effectively performs work to meet deadlines and performance goals in accordance with company policies & procedures.
• Performs all duties in compliance with the General Maintenance Manual, Company policy and all applicable regulations, including proper completion of paperwork and forms related to the assignment.
• Works in conjunction with many other departments and requires good communication skills.
• Maintains work areas, and materials in a clean and safe condition.
• Accountable for quality of work performed, ensuring all assigned tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager, Maintenance Programs & Heavy Maintenance Planning or Director of Quality.

Qualification & Experience:  

• 2yrs of aircraft maintenance planning experience preferred.
• Associate degree in aviation and/or FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant rating preferred. 
• 2yrs of aviation maintenance experience preferred. 
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Have or be able to obtain a valid US Passport. May be asked to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a record that meets our company’s insurance standards.
• Must be well groomed and maintain a professional appearance.
• Regular attendance and punctuality required.
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Must pass a background check which includes a pre-employment drug test, finger printing and criminal history records check (CHRC)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Team player with strong work ethics 
• Ability to use technical manuals, good mechanical aptitude and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to learn and adapt to existing maintenance system WinAir then to learn and adapt to a new computer system AMOS.
• Computer skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Office programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Work Environment:

• Office
• Work shifts may vary – Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical Effort:
• Moderate physical activity is required by handling objects up to twenty (20) pounds frequently and/or twenty to seventy (20-70) pounds occasionally.

Travel/Other Requirements: 

• Minimum travel required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.

National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.