Aircraft Planner 2

General Dynamics Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

Gulfstream is seeking a detail-oriented planner to support Service Center Operations at Van Nuys and Long Beach. You will establish material requirements, coordinate with Spares, and track due dates to keep projects on schedule.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Aviation Science or related field and at least 2 years of experience ordering parts from drawings. Excellent communication and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Aviation Science or related field with 2 years related experience.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English; strong organizational skills.
• Experience ordering parts from drawings or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Establishes Bill of Material and forwards to Spares so parts can be ordered and received prior to aircraft arrival.
• Performs follow-up on material due dates to prevent schedule impact.
• Determines job requirements from support groups (e.g., Custom/Service Engineering, Back Shops, Outside Vendors).
• Downloads CMP and adjusts for concurrent tasks and hours needed.
• Establishes and/or adjusts work descriptions and standard hours to keep W/O system in sync.
• Develops a project flow chart from data templates to preplan each project.
• Supports Operations with all requirements for project planning.
• If applicable, conducts training for other planners and fills in for Group Leader/Scheduler; performs other duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Education

Associate's Degree in Aviation Science or related field

Job description

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Candidate should possess strong computer and organizational skills. Ability to identify and order parts from drawings or procedures. Corridor experience is preferred. Willing to support operations at both Van Nuys and Long Beach sites.

The compensation range for this role is $33.83 - $44.40 per hour.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.

Education and Experience Requirements

Associate's Degree Aviation Science or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 2 years related experience.

Position Purpose

Supports Service Center Operations projects. Works closely with Scheduling and the Business Office to support the goals and objectives of Service Center Operations.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Establishes Bill of Material and forwards to Spares so parts and materials can be ordered and received prior to aircraft arrival.
• Performs follow-up on due dates on material to resolve any timing problems that would impact the aircraft project plan.
• Determines job requirements from support groups for each project (i.e., Custom Engineering, Service Engineering, Back Shops, Outside Vendors).
• Downloads CMP as required. and adjusts for concurrent tasks and hours needed to complete each project.
• Establishes and/or adjusts work descriptions and standard hours while keeping the work order system in sync with the standard hours.
• Develops a project flow chart working from data base templates and operations to preplan each project.
• Supports Operations with all requirements for project planning.

Additional Functions:

• If applicable, conducts training for other planners and fills in for Group Leader and/or Scheduler. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to retain confidential information is necessary.
• Familiarity with aircraft terminology, components and systems including FAA regulations.
• Very familiar with inspection requirements and CMP.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237021

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: Up to 50%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/29/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.