Lead Aircraft Maintenance Planner

American Airlines Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Health benefits from day one

Wellness programs

401(k) program with employer match

Employee assistance & discounts

Job summary

American Airlines Inc. is seeking a Senior Planner to lead a team within the Planning Team of the Integrated Operations.

You will supervise Planners, define department goals, and coordinate with Maintenance and Technical Operations to craft executable work plans while accounting for out-of-service and workload constraints. The role emphasizes strategic staffing, adherence to the collective bargaining agreement, and the ability to drive proactive interventions to minimize unscheduled outages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/training.
• 3 years experience in Aircraft Maintenance Planning environment.
• 3 years experience in Aircraft Operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, direction, and development to the Planner to ensure accountability for duties and performance.
• Assist with defining strategy, goals, objectives and requirements for the departments.
• Ensure Planners determine the most effective actions, promoting serviceability and execution of maintenance programs.
• Manage employee schedules, sick and vacation time, overtime and OSHA reports.
• Administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement and supervise workforce performance.
• Provide information on procedural changes and conduct crew meetings as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SCEPTRE / AMPS

AA Web based systems (ASOM, AMPS, SAFE, APC)

Job description

American Airlines Inc. is seeking a Senior Planner to lead a team within the Planning Team of the Integrated Operations.

You will supervise Planners, define department goals, and coordinate with Maintenance and Technical Operations to craft executable work plans while accounting for out-of-service and workload constraints. The role emphasizes strategic staffing, adherence to the collective bargaining agreement, and the ability to drive proactive interventions to minimize unscheduled outages.