Aviation Planning Manager

Why San Antonio Aerospace?

We are one of the world’s leading aviation maintenance and engineering specialists. We perform maintenance services and modifications for many major airlines and airfreight carriers. We offer competitive wages, license premiums, a full range of benefits including 401(k), medical/dental/vision, an Onsite Wellness Center and much, much more!

We want you to join the San Antonio Aerospace Family so you can be a team member of the largest MRO in North America. We are a growing aviation maintenance company looking for both experienced and new talent from multiple trades and industries. We are excited about what San Antonio Aerospace has to offer you as an employee and think that you will enjoy your newfound home!

SUMMARY:

The Planning Manager shall be responsible to the Director Planning.  He/she shall schedule work flow, establish the required labor, manage the work processes, track project performance, direct the planning and production control staff, maintain a record of events impacting the project and co-ordinate all activities to maximize the project efficiency.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinates with the Program Director / Program Manager / Project Manager to achieve the desired work quality and performance within the contracted down time for the project.
2. Schedule the work efficiently by coordinating requirements of each trade department.
3. Project the labor requirement by trade to accomplish the work within the target work schedule and establish the methods and parameters to track project progress and performance.
4. Establish the proper work procedures and direct the planning and production staff to follow the established procedures and work processes.
5. Administer the terms of contracts on interpreting the work contents, negotiation, on O & A, pricing, budgeting of man-hours, estimations and upkeep of statistics.
6. Co-ordinate with the Customer for progressive and expeditious man-hours approval on O & A work.
7. Maintain a chronological record of events or decisions significant to meeting the work schedule such as in changes in work procedures, additional customer work requests and major findings on the aircraft.
8. Review the work documents provided to the project and maintain a record of changes in work scope for the duration of the project.
9. Compile data on the program pertaining to man-hour, cost vs. sold, redelivery status as well as other pertinent data for internal use as well as customer presentations.
10. Compile daily status reports in conjunction with the Program/Project Manager for both the customer and internal VT SAA use.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:    Good working knowledge or the ability to acquire skills in the following:

 The ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, by presenting ideas and giving instructions/guidance to subordinates, co-workers, supervisors and outside agencies in a manner that instructions are carried out and requested information is obtained; ability to motivate and lead a staff or team of subordinates to obtain goals, higher productivity and quality work; the ability to delegate and prioritize work effectively; be creative and persuasive.  Knowledge of computer based planning systems and aircraft maintenance programs.  Technical knowledge of transport category aircraft.  Proficient knowledge of all FAR’s and company policies and procedures; proficient knowledge of all aircraft manuals and related materials; knowledge of all maintenance and internal paperwork including personnel forms and documentation.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

SUPERVISION:   The incumbent performs the duty assignment at his or her discretion and is limited only by policies set by administrative or legislative authority.  Total end results determine the effectiveness of job performance.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS:  A strong level of interpersonal skills is required to maintain an effective relationship among employees, various departments, management, the public and customer representatives.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:         Essential responsibilities are performed in a climate controlled office but not limited to the office.  Must be able to climb scaffolding and job stands to assess jobs on aircraft.  Must be able to cope with stress due to the pressures of accomplishing set goals, meeting short deadlines, maintain numerous projects simultaneously, employee confrontations and long work hours.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:                      

4 years BS degree or equivalent in training, education and/or experience. 

Valid A&P license.

EXPERIENCE:        

5 years commercial maintenance,

5 years management in the aircraft maintenance field.

YOU get more than Just compensation with ST Engineering: 

• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 

• Disability 
• PTO  
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance  
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities 

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 1-210-293-6973, or by email at saa.careers@stengg.us.