Planner - 1503

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

About the role

The Planner will be responsible for developing and maintaining the master schedule for aircraft projects. This role involves coordinating with various departments to ensure optimal utilization of resources and alignment with customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a deep understanding of Corporate Aviation operations.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, support sales in the Request for Schedule for available capacity and slots.
• Work with the Operations teams as needed to adjust or define any constraints.
• Initial customer contact to verify the work scope.
• Act as the liaison between the customer and Operations.
• Build work packages based on customer requirements.
• Research parts before the aircraft arrives.
• Request materials from Purchasing.
• Coordinate outside vendors/repairs before aircraft arrival.
• Research applicable Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
• Maintain the master schedule for all aircraft projects.
• Coordinate with project managers, production teams, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate scheduling and resource allocation.
• Support operations meetings as required to communicate scheduling constraints and/or gaps.
• Analyze current and forecasted workloads to determine capacity requirements.
• Identify and address potential bottlenecks and resource constraints.
• Analyze scheduling data for variability, cohesiveness, and adequacy.
• Maintain the integrity of all schedule data.
• Adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in project scope, priorities, and resource availability.
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling and capacity planning.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling efficiency and accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Technical Certification or bachelor’s degree in business or related curriculum; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential job functions.
• Two (2) years of experience in Corporate Aviation Scheduling.
• Demand/Capacity Planning Experience is preferred.
• Excellent understanding and proficient use of Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for Windows.
• Knowledge of Corridor is preferred but not required.
• Proficient use of other scheduling programs, spreadsheets, word processors, and databases.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to address and resolve issues pertaining to what-if scenario development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to communicate well with various levels of employees and management.

Skills

• Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Benefits

• Benefits effective day one for eligible employees.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits.
• 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match.
• Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals.
• Flexible Work Schedules include 5x8, 4x10, and 3x12.
• Weekly competitive & industry-leading pay means you are paid more often.
• Bonus opportunity based on Company and Site Performance.
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities.

Pay

The salary range for this position generally ranges between $50,000 - $60,000. Actual rate will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package. Other forms of compensation include a semi-annual discretionary bonus.