Materials Analyst-Technical
WestJet Group
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WestJet Group is seeking a Materials Analyst-Technical to plan, position, and optimize rotable and repairable component inventory for aircraft readiness. This role sits at the intersection of Technical Operations and Supply Chain, translating maintenance programs into disciplined stocking strategies.
The successful candidate will leverage analytics to balance aircraft availability with capital investment and risk, collaborating across Engineering, Reliability, and Procurement to deliver value
Qualifications
- AME licence or engineering/supply chain degree.
- 6–8 years in rotable planning or inventory planning.
- 3–5 years airline/aviation MRO with rotable components.
Responsibilities
- Rotable planning and provisioning to balance aircraft availability and cost.
- Requisition & Network management to rebalance inventory and meet demand.
- Repair cycle oversight and collaboration with repair/overhaul teams.
- Budget & cross-functional alignment to translate tech changes into inventory actions.
- Performance management and continuous improvement of inventory and processes.
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Job description
This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Reporting to Sr. Manager, Demand Management, the Materials Analyst-Technical is responsible for planning, positioning, and optimizing rotable and repairable component inventory to ensure aircraft readiness and operational reliability. This role translates maintenance programs, reliability data, fleet plans, and repair cycle performance into disciplined stocking and provisioning strategies that balance aircraft availability, capital investment, and risk.
The Materials Analyst-Technical operates at the intersection of Technical Operations and Supply Chain, combining technical knowledge of aircraft components and manufacturer documentation with inventory planning discipline to keep high-value, high-risk components in the right place at the right time.
- Forecast rotable and repairable component requirements using flight hours, cycles, MTBUR, QPA, scheduled removals, and maintenance program inputs
- Size component floats and govern Min/Max levels by base, accounting for actual repair turnaround times, Beyond Economic Repair (BER) rates, and network connectivity
- Lead initial provisioning for new fleet types and new or seasonal bases, including review and customization of manufacturer Recommended Spare Parts Lists (RSPLs)
- Manage the phase-in and phase-out of inventory driven by modifications, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, and fleet retirements, including disposition of obsolete or surplus components
- Manage the daily rotable requisition queue, routing demand to transfer, exchange, repair, or purchase
- Rebalance inventory across the network to protect hub and outstation coverage, including wheels and brakes and base startups
- Action scrapped and BER components against Min/Max levels and model requirements
- Prioritize AOG, critical, and outstation demand, and upscale shortages that threaten aircraft availability
- Monitor components through the repair pipeline, tracking actual turnaround time against contracted performance
- Partner with Repair & Overhaul to prioritize repairs, expedite critical units, and manage inventory float
- Support component repair, exchange, and pool programs, including contract scope, home base kit reviews, and vendor performance
- Track warranty, free-of-charge, and vendor-committed components through to receipt
- Build and manage the annual rotable capital budget, including scrap replacement, AOG exposure, and new component requirements, and support the component repair budget
- Partner with Engineering, Reliability, Powerplant, Maintenance Planning, Fleet Chiefs, Procurement, Stores, and the AOG Desk to translate technical changes into inventory actions
- Provide data-driven recommendations on high-value purchases, stocking strategy, and risk acceptance
- Monitor fill rate, service level, inventory in the repair cycle, repair turnaround time, and parts-related AOG performance
- Conduct structured root cause analysis for rotable shortages and AOG events, and develop mitigation plans
- Improve data quality in eMRO, including Min/Max parameters, lead times, repair turnaround times, and part number effectivity and interchangeability
- Document processes and decision logic, and support automation and analytics initiatives
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) licence, technical diploma, or degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 6–8 years of experience in rotable planning, inventory planning, material management, aircraft maintenance, or related technical roles
- 3–5 years of airline or aviation MRO experience with direct exposure to rotable and repairable components and repair cycles
- Working knowledge of aircraft systems and manufacturer documentation, including IPCs, CMMs, RSPLs, MELs, and Service Bulletins (Boeing and De Havilland preferred)
- Strong understanding of rotable inventory principles (float sizing, MTBUR, repair turnaround time, lead times, Min/Max, spare quantity modeling)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI, Snowflake, or data visualization tools is an asset
- Experience working within maintenance and inventory management systems (eMRO, ERP, or equivalent)
- Familiarity with component repair, exchange, and pool agreements is an asset
- Technically curious, with the judgment to act decisively on incomplete information and escalate when risk warrants
- Strong relationship builder across Engineering, Reliability, Production, and vendor partners
- Highly organized, with the ability to balance a daily operational queue with longer-term planning and project work
- Clear and confident communicator capable of explaining technical and financial trade-offs to operational and senior leadership audiences
- Fewer parts-related AOG events caused by rotable unavailability
- Stable or improving fill rates and service levels across the network
- Component floats and Min/Max levels that reflect actual demand and repair turnaround times
- A reduced share of inventory in the repair cycle, and fewer reactive purchases and expedite costs
- New fleets and bases provisioned on time and on budget
- Strong partnership and credibility with Technical Operations and vendor stakeholders
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well‑being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well‑being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre‑Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet'sAlcohol and Drug Policy.
We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talent@westjet.com.
We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.
For more information about everything WestJet, please westjet.com/aboutus.
If you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at talent@westjet.com.
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