Line Planning Manager – SOPs, Training & Digital Tools

United Airlines; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a Line Maintenance Planning professional to lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives across the Line Planning team. You will build SOPs, train staff, and align with Digital Technology to maximize fleet efficiency and station resource utilization.

The role oversees training programs, scheduling, staffing, and partnering with OM/HR to recruit. You will act as SME for digital tools, drive continuous improvement, and step in as backup Operating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Airframe and Powerplant License and/or Aviation or Aerospace related field.
• 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of project and time management concepts.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop and maintain the department training program, syllabus, IT platform as well as the recurrent training program for the Line Planning team.
• Create, develop and maintain the departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Develop and maintain the team schedule and vacation bid process ensuring overtime goals are met.
• Act as SME of our Digital Tools, communicate and train the team on new technology and enhancements.
• Identify staffing requirements and coordinating with OM’s and HR teams to recruit and fill vacancies.
• Assist the Sr. Manager – Line Maintenance Planning with various strategic and tactical projects daily.
• Act as backup Operating Manager filling in the desk whenever needed.

Skills

Project management

Time management

MS Office

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience

Airframe and Powerplant License or related field

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Job description

United Airlines is seeking a Line Maintenance Planning professional to lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives across the Line Planning team. You will build SOPs, train staff, and align with Digital Technology to maximize fleet efficiency and station resource utilization.

The role oversees training programs, scheduling, staffing, and partnering with OM/HR to recruit. You will act as SME for digital tools, drive continuous improvement, and step in as backup Operating