Supervisor of Maintenance Planning

National Airlines; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, seeks a Supervisor of Maintenance Planning to oversee maintenance planning activities that ensure aircraft safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. You will maintain inspection program tasks, update manuals and task cards, and incorporate FAA Airworthiness Directives and manufacturer requirements, while supervising the Maintenance Programs staff.

The role requires strong communication, aviation expertise, and the ability to support a 24/7 operation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field; and/or equivalent education/experience.
• Must communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• FAA certificate mechanic with A&P ratings preferred but not required.
• Able to read and comprehend complex Airworthiness Directives and apply requirements.
• Baseline understanding of Title 14 CFRs and maintenance/airworthiness requirements.
• Knowledge of MSG-3 fundamentals.
• Must read/write/speak English fluently.
• Professional appearance and punctuality.
• Must be able to work a 24/7 shift including nights/weekends/holidays.
• Background check and CHRC may be required.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance planning activities ensuring aircraft safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain inspection program tasks and update manuals and task cards.
• Incorporate FAA ADs and manufacturer requirements into inspection programs.
• Process major repair data and integrate follow-up requirements.
• Supervise Maintenance Programs staff and coordinate with the Manager of Maintenance Planning.
• Review and update maintenance programs to add aircraft to the certificate.
• Support 24/7 operation across shifts.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

English fluency

Ability to work in a team environment

Strong attention to details

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field

FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Description

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400, 777, and A-330 aircraft to accomplish its missions.

Job Title:

Supervisor of Maintenance Planning

Location:

Orlando, FL

Department:

Quality

Reports To:

Manager of Maintenance Planning

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Summary:

The Supervisor of Maintenance Planning is responsible for overseeing maintenance planning activities that support aircraft safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. The position maintains inspection program tasks, updates manuals and task cards, incorporates FAA Airworthiness Directives and manufacturer requirements, processes major repair data, and supervises Maintenance Programs staff. The Supervisor of Maintenance Planning reports to the Manager of Maintenance Planning.

Essential Functions:

• Participates in the company's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Actively promotes a positive attitude toward safety and compliance.
• Maintains Maintenance Program tasks within the maintenance and inventory database.
• Revises Inspection Program manuals to incorporate changes published by aircraft manufacturers.
• Reviews FAA Airworthiness Directives (AD) for inclusion into the applicable inspection program
• Processes Major Repair data and incorporate follow up requirements into the inspection program.
• Revises manufacturer’s MPD task cards to include company specific requirements.
• Authors task cards to include service bulletin data associated with AD method of compliance.
• Supervises a department of employees who perform various functions related to Maintenance Programs.
• Reviews current maintenance programs and updates as necessary to bring additional aircraft onto certificate.
• Works any assigned shift to support team members working a 24/7 operation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field; and/or an equivalent amount of education and work experience
• Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• FAA certificate mechanic with Airframe and Power plant ratings, and a minimum of five (5) years exercising the certificate is preferred but not required.
• Able to read and comprehend complex Airworthiness Directives and apply their requirements.
• Basic understanding of Title 14 CFRs and the maintenance and airworthiness requirements
• Knowledge of Maintenance Steering Group 3 (MSG-3) fundamentals
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must be well groomed and maintain a professional appearance.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a record that meets our company’s insurance standards.
• Must be able to work any assigned shift which may include nights, weekends, and holidays to support a 24/7 operation.
• Must pass a background check which may include a pre-employment drug test and criminal history records check (CHRC)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the position is located (United States).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft products, including but not limited to advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Ability to work in a team environment and have a positive attitude.
• Strong attention to details

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the Maintenance Programs department staff.
• Computer Skills:
• High level of proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Certificates/Licenses:
• Airframe and Powerplant Certificate is preferred but not required.
• Travel/Other Requirements:
• 10% domestic and international travel.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, copy machine/printer.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e., business offices with computers, phones, printers, and overhead lights).
• Ability to work in a confined office or open cubicle environment

The work physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.

National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.