Production Planner & Controller

Production Planner & Controller – Draken Europe

Location:

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

We’re looking for a Production Planner & Controller (PP&C) to play a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of maintenance planning activities across our fleet. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic aviation environment where precision, compliance, and collaboration are critical.

• Plan and schedule aircraft maintenance to ensure on‑time delivery and compliance with EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA and other applicable aviation regulations.
• Coordinate resources – personnel, tooling, materials, and facilities for efficient maintenance execution.
• Liaise with internal teams and external customers to optimise aircraft availability.
• Support procurement and supply chain for timely parts availability, including pre‑kitting.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safety investigations and audits.
• Provide out‑of‑hours maintenance watch capability when required.

Occasional travel and out‑of‑hours work may be required.

• Proven experience in aviation production planning and control.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations (EASA, UK CAA, UK Military, FAA) – highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards and Safety Management Systems.
• Technical qualifications such as: EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 licence, or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering degree, or Equivalent experience in production planning & control.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to obtain SC‑level security clearance.

• Competitive salaries.
• Comprehensive benefits package including up to 12% matching pension contributions.
• Bonus incentives, discounted PMI, electric car scheme, tech vouchers, wellbeing programmes.

At Draken Europe, we deliver critical aviation services to defence and government customers worldwide. You’ll join a team that values safety, compliance, and operational excellence, while offering opportunities for growth and development in a unique sector.

Draken is committed to eliminating unlawful and unfair discrimination and we celebrate the differences that a diverse workforce brings. We welcome applications from veterans, service spouses and partners, and provide reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities.