Planning Engineer

STS Technical Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Aviation Services in Dubai seeks an experienced Planning Engineer to develop and maintain aircraft maintenance work schedules and production plans. You will coordinate tooling, inventory and resources, work with cross-functional teams and ensure on-time delivery in a GCAA Part 145 environment.

The role requires strong analytical abilities and English communication, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced aviation maintenance setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace, engineering or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of EASA and GCAA Part 145 production planning requirements.
• Strong experience with production planning and project-based systems.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organised and detail-oriented with ability to manage priorities.
• Team player with leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain aircraft maintenance work schedules and production plans.
• Coordinate tooling, inventory and resource requirements.
• Produce short-term and medium-term schedules; monitor progress.
• Analyze critical paths and recovery options.
• Communicate scheduling changes to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, workshop managers and suppliers.

Skills

Aerospace industry

Analytical skills

English communication

Project planning

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree or related qualification

Job description

Job Description:

STS Aviation Services is hiring an experienced Planning Engineer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This position supports aircraft maintenance production planning, GCAA Part 145 compliance, resource coordination and programme scheduling within our Middle East operations.

We’re looking for an organised, analytical professional with strong aerospace or manufacturing experience who understands the importance of accurate planning, clear communication and timely delivery in a fast-paced aviation maintenance environment.

The Planning Engineer will work closely with production teams, engineering personnel, workshop managers, contractors, suppliers and programme stakeholders to develop schedules, coordinate resources, monitor progress and support the successful delivery of aircraft maintenance programmes.

Position Details

• Job Title: Planning Engineer
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Reports To: Director of Operations
• Industry: Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)

Position Summary

The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining aircraft maintenance work schedules, budgets and production plans while coordinating tooling, inventory and resource requirements.

This position plays an important role in ensuring GCAA Part 145 production planning deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule. Responsibilities include production scheduling, work preparation, resource coordination, progress reporting, critical path analysis and recovery planning.

The successful candidate will be comfortable managing competing priorities, identifying scheduling constraints, communicating changes and working across departments to support operational and contractual milestones.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning

• Manage GCAA Part 145 production planning deliverables
• Support the implementation and maintenance of scheduling management systems
• Review and communicate production work packs, schedules, processes, specifications and related information
• Administer setup tasks and subtasks to ensure satisfactory compliance with GCAA Part 145 requirements
• Develop, communicate and maintain short-term and medium-term aircraft maintenance production plans
• Work closely with the Production Manager to support programme and contractual milestones
• Define, develop and maintain production timelines and schedule status
• Ensure daily adherence to applicable regulatory planning requirements

Scheduling and Programme Coordination

• Support, evaluate and maintain schedules for aircraft production programmes
• Identify developing scheduling issues and revise plans as needed
• Notify appropriate personnel of schedule changes, constraints or delays
• Communicate deviations from established plans to the Programme Manager
• Develop alternative planning scenarios to support schedule recovery
• Analyse critical paths and operational constraints to determine the impact of schedule changes
• Recommend alternative scheduling approaches when required
• Develop and update weekly short-interval schedules in consultation with the customer's Technical Liaison Engineer
• Conduct analysis to identify recovery options for delayed or disrupted schedules

Resource and Operational Coordination

• Coordinate production planning activities with engineering facilities, including hangars and workshops
• Support customer and programme requirements in accordance with established work schedules
• Coordinate assignments and resource requirements across operational departments
• Work with Workshop Managers to define the scope of work and develop detailed schedules
• Support planning for tooling, inventory and other maintenance-related resources
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, management and other stakeholders to support operational requirements

Reporting, Budgeting and Change Management

• Develop and maintain production schedules, budgets and associated planning information
• Provide timely schedule data and progress reports for programme coordination
• Work with Workshop Managers to maintain cost information and identify variances from original plans
• Support the programme management team in maintaining timely and effective change management processes
• Communicate planning progress, scheduling risks and recovery requirements to relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO), Technical Liaison Engineers and Workshop Managers to support Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within the aerospace, engineering or manufacturing sectors
• Knowledge of EASA and GCAA Part 145 production planning requirements
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a related field advantageous
• Strong experience with production planning and project-based systems
• Thorough understanding of reporting tools, including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to learn and utilise customer-specific software and reporting systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with stakeholders at multiple levels
• Confident self-starter with natural leadership abilities
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational requirements
• Team-oriented approach with the ability to contribute to a growing aviation business

Why Join STS Aviation Services?

• Build your career in Dubai, a major global aviation hub
• Join an established aircraft maintenance organisation committed to quality and safety
• Support aircraft maintenance production planning within a GCAA Part 145 environment
• Play an important role in delivering programme and contractual milestones
• Work closely with aviation maintenance, engineering and production teams
• Develop professionally within an expanding aviation services business

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions and part of STS Aviation Group.

With operations supporting commercial, cargo and military aviation customers, STS Aviation Services delivers aircraft maintenance, modifications, engineering support and technical services designed to keep aircraft safe, compliant and operationally ready.

Our Middle East operations support regional aviation customers through a commitment to technical excellence, regulatory compliance and reliable maintenance services.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Aviation Services is an equal opportunity employer.