Maintenance Planner

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Planner plays a critical role in optimizing Ventura Air Services’ maintenance operations by ensuring efficient scheduling, resource allocation, budget forecast and execution, and cost control for scheduled maintenance. This position is responsible for planning maintenance events with minimal disruption to flight operations while maintaining compliance with FAA regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Scheduling & Coordination:

Develop, maintain, and execute short- and long-term maintenance schedules to maximize fleet availability.
Coordinate scheduled maintenance events, ensuring minimal operational disruptions.
Monitor aircraft utilization and forecast maintenance needs accordingly.
Work closely with Maintenance Control to adjust plans based on real-time operational changes, hand off inducted and ongoing work to Maintenance Control while smoothing for future maintenance plan deviations.
Implement fleet-wide maintenance flow strategies to optimize aircraft availability.

Compliance & Documentation:

Ensure all maintenance activities align with FAA regulations, company policies, and manufacturer recommendations.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and update electronic maintenance tracking systems (e.g., CAMP).
Assist in tracking and implementing Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs).
Implement fleet-wide maintenance flow strategies to optimize aircraft availability.

Vendor & Resource Management:

Coordinate with vendors to secure required maintenance slots, manpower, and materials.
Ensure all necessary parts and tooling are available before scheduled maintenance events.
Monitor and track vendor performance to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
Audit existing and new vendors for ongoing partnerships, service levels, and compliance.

Budget & Cost Management:

Assist in preparing cost estimates for scheduled maintenance events.
Track and analyze maintenance costs, identifying opportunities for savings.
Provide budget forecasts and recommendations to the Director of Maintenance.

Communication & Cross-Department Collaboration:

Work closely with Flight Operations to align maintenance planning with scheduling needs.
Communicate effectively with Maintenance Control, Quality Assurance, and external vendors.
Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings to proactively address potential maintenance risks.
Key liaison between Maintenance Planning and Maintenance Control to ensure seamless execution of maintenance activities

Job Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in aviation maintenance planning, scheduling, or related roles.
A&P Certificate preferred but not required.
Strong understanding of FAA regulations and maintenance tracking programs (e.g., CAMP, JetInsight).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and maintenance planning software.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced operational environment.
Experience in vendor management, cost control, and compliance tracking preferred
Must be enrolled in a FAA drug program in accordance with DOT 49 CFR part 40 and FAA 14 CFR- Part 120.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer.
Occasional walking, reaching, bending, and handling of materials.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion.

Job Ident #:

Company Details

Ventura Air Services

8100 Republic Airport
Farmingdale, New York 11735 USA
venturajet.com/

Whether it’s aircraft charters or sales, in-house maintenance or the latest in avionics capabilities, Ventura’s end-to-end solutions are unrivaled in the industry. Ventura’s board and management leadership are actively involved in day-to-day operatio...

Benefits:
Bonus & Incentives • 401K with matching after 3 months of employment • Company Performance based Annual Bonuses and Incentives • Employee Referral Bonus Program • Quarterly Value Recognition Program • Specialist providing advice on childcare, elder care, financial services, identity theft, legal questions medical bills, and more. Paid Time Off • 2 Weeks Paid Parental Leave • “All inclusive” paid time off bank combining traditional vacation, personal and sick time into one plan. Incremental increase based upon years of service. • 6 Company Holidays • Your Birthday and Anniversary date with the company are additional company paid days off. Continuing Education • Tuition Reimbursement - available upon request for continued education • Career and Personal Development Opportunities - all employees scheduled for 40 hours of development annually

Supported Manufacturers:
Lear, Beechcraft, Bombardier, Cessna, Cirrus, Diamond, Eclipse, Falcon, Mooney, Piper

Supported Models:
Lear 23, 24, 25, 31, 35, 36, 55, 60, Bonanza 33, 35, 36, Baron 55, 58, 58P, 58TC, King Airs, Hawker 700/800 Series, Challenger 600, 601, 604, 150, 152, 172, 182, 206, 210, 310, 340, 414, 421, SR20, SR22, DA20, DA40, DA42, Eclipse 500, Falcon 10, 50, 900, M20C, M20F, M20J – 201, M20K – 231/252/Encore, M20M Bravo, M20R Ovation, M20S Eagle, M20TN Acclaim, PA-28 Warrior/Archer/Dakota/Arrow, PA-31 Mojave/Navajo/Chieftan, PA-32 Cherokee 6/Saratoga/Lance, PA-34 Seneca, PA-42 Cheyenne, PA-46 Malibu, Mirage, Meridian, Matrix

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Job Info

Location

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Type

Permanent

Salary Range

$55000 - 85000

Company Details

Ventura Air Services

8100 Republic Airport
Farmingdale, New York 11735 USA
venturajet.com/