Manager Heavy Maintenance Planning

JetBlue Airways Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JetBlue Airways Corporation in New York City is seeking a Manager Heavy Maintenance Planning to lead the heavy maintenance forecasting, scheduling and long-term planning activities within Technical Operations. You will oversee six-year demand models and a three-year schedule, coordinating with Network and Schedule Planning.

The role requires five years of aviation maintenance or engineering experience, four years of management, and a Bachelor's in aviation or related field (or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in aviation, engineering, business, or related field.
• 5 years aviation maintenance/planning/engineering experience.
• 4 years of management experience.
• Working knowledge of Part 121 FARs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Oversees heavy maintenance forecasting, scheduling and monitoring.
• Interfaces with Network and Schedule Planning on fleet requirements.
• Develops six-year long-term heavy maintenance demand model and a three-year schedule.
• Oversees heavy maintenance visit bid package definition and pre-dock meetings.
• Manages reporting on schedules and project performance metrics.
• Supports heavy maintenance budget processes.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation/Engineering/Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Planning software

Job description

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Title: Manager Heavy Maintenance Planning

Location:

Long Island City, NY, US, 11101

Category: Operations

Position Summary:

The Manager Heavy Maintenance Planning reports to the Senior Manager Maintenance Planning and provides leadership and oversight of heavy maintenance and long-term planningactivities within Technical Operations. This role is responsible for forecasting, scheduling, and coordinating heavy maintenance activities to ensure compliance with JetBlue’s Maintenance Program and Maintenance Schedule while aligning planning efforts with Technical, Commercial and Finance initiatives.

Oversees the forecasting, scheduling and monitoring of the aircraft heavy maintenance schedule

Serves as the primary interface with Network and Schedule Planning on Technical Operations fleet requirements for Heavy Maintenance

Develops a minimum of six-year long-term heavy maintenance demand model and a three-year heavy maintenance schedule

Oversees heavy maintenance visit bid package definition, visit work package publication, and pre-dock meetings

Encourages system-level innovation and interprets technology within the context of heavy maintenance and long‑term planning, defines capabilities and constraints and identifies how experimental data may apply to internal programs and projects

Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support their engagement, growth, and goal achievement by establishing clear performance expectations and accountability for crewmembers

Provides reporting on heavy maintenance schedules and project performance metrics

Supports the development, monitoring and management of heavy maintenance budget processes

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation, Business Administration, Engineering, Business Process Management or in a relevant field; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous relevant work experience

Five (5) years of aviation Maintenance, Planning, Material Management, or Engineering experience

Four (4) years of management experience

Working knowledge of Part 121 Federal Aviation Regulations

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional negotiating and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a diverse and dynamic operational environment

Flexibility, agility and change management skills

Ability to work under pressure, multitask and make critical decisions in a fast‑paced environment

Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)

Currently in possession of a valid passport or equivalent travel in and out of the United States

Must pass a pre‑employment drug test

Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located

Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

Excellent analytical skills

Management experience in airline Maintenance, Planning, or Engineering

Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Regular attendance and punctuality

Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short‑notice

Able to maintain a professional appearance

When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft

Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun

Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue’s Safety Management System

Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards

Identify safety and security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report ( SAR))

Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls

Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities

The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment:

Computer and other office equipment

Traditional office environment

Physical Effort:

Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is between $114,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include performance bonuses, restricted stock units, as well as access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.

JetBlue Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Nearest Major Market: Brooklyn
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City