Maintenance Planner III

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4

ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies.

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We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Maintenance Planner III to join our aviation maintenance planning department. The Maintenance Planners will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective scheduling and execution of maintenance activities. These roles involve configuration management, maintenance program development, technical task card writing, project management skills for master schedule building, work flow creation and management, and record auditing.

A preferred skill for these positions is an A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) certification.

• Lead the development and optimization of aircraft maintenance programs.
• Oversee the creation and revision of technical task cards, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in tracking and scheduling routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure timely availability of resources and parts.
• Coordinate and schedule maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Manage and verify configuration management records and updates.
• Develop and implement efficient maintenance schedules and plans.
• Coordinate complex maintenance activities and projects, ensuring resource availability and timely completion.
• Analyze maintenance performance data and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Develop and oversee master schedules and work flows for large-scale maintenance projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Mentor and train lower-level maintenance planners.
• Lead and participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
• Conduct comprehensive record auditing and ensure adherence to all compliance standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Planning Manager.

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Maintenance, Engineering, or similar discipline or related field of study and typically 6+ years of relevant experience
• A higher level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

• A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) certification is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of aviation maintenance regulations and standards.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance planning software and tools.
• Strong project management skills, including master schedule building and work flow creation and management.
• Experience in record auditing and maintaining data accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and…