Aircraft Planning and Documentation Specialist

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading provider of remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an Aircraft Planning and Documentation Specialist to support operations at their El Mirage (Adelanto, CA) facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains all technical documents and records including maintenance plans, Job Control Numbers, historical documents, aircraft files, Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) folders, engine records, and procedures.
• Works with the Integrated Management Data System for the U.S. Air Force.
• Captures and coordinates maintenance flying schedule; debriefs and schedules discrepancies.
• Coordinates aircraft maintenance in accordance with established procedures and time tables; may forecast aircraft maintenance limits, tasks and inspections.
• Participates in the development of weekly schedules for home and deployment locations.
• Participates in status meetings, document reviews and scheduling programs.
• May participate in the development of procedures, training program and debriefs.
• Schedules and monitors TCTOs, one time inspections, time change items (TCIs) and special inspections.
• Orders TCI replacements through Military Supply channels.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Maintains a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Qualifications

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and two or more years experience in aircraft planning, scheduling and documentation.
• Equivalent professional or military experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must demonstrate a general understanding of aircraft planning, scheduling and documentation principles, theories and concepts.
• Must possess general knowledge of Federal Airline Regulations, Department of Defense, Airworthy Directives and Airworthy Releases;
• Knowledge of industry requirements and company policy and procedure.
• Organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with internal and external customers, contractors and aircrew and train and debrief as required.
• The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• General knowledge of computer operations and applications and word processing and spreadsheets.
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.