Line Planner

About the role

The Line Planner plays a crucial role in ensuring all planned maintenance requirements are compliant with the maintenance programs. They are responsible for coordinating and planning for out-of-service aircraft and line hold work packages, providing workload prioritization guidance, and reviewing databases of line and base maintenance capabilities and workforce availability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely compliance of all planned maintenance requirements regulated by the maintenance programs
• Manage and coordinate deferred and routine maintenance, including station capabilities, workforce, facility, materials, and tooling availability
• Provide recommendations and direction to aircraft routing and operations for planned maintenance opportunities
• Collaborate in the coordination and planning for out of service aircraft and line hold work package plans
• Assure the company's goals for safety, security, and quality are met by continual compliance with the company Safety Management System (SMS) program and reporting any non-compliance observations
• Support and uphold United’s metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities
• Maintain workload prioritization and adjust as necessary to improve overall fleet efficiencies

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education
• 3 years in the aircraft maintenance industry
• Flexibility to work any shift in a 24-hour/7-day-a-week operation, including weekends, nights, and holidays
• Up to 10% travel
• Strong background and knowledge of aircraft and engine maintenance systems
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, and Engineering documents
• Excellent communication, analytical, and computer skills
• Ability to multitask and be detail-oriented
• Flexible and adaptable to constant change
• Capable of working well in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Successfully completed the interview process
• Reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in Aviation or Business Management
• 2 years of maintenance planning experience
• 2 years in an aircraft maintenance management role
• Working knowledge of Maintenance Programs and aircraft routing