Planning Manager
LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Planning Manager with 5+ years of experience for opportunity in Marana/Tucson, Arizona.-Will support BOTH location.

Who we are and where we are going:
Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.
It’s your career, give it wings!
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic professional to lead and manage the Planning and Production Control functions within our aviation organization. This critical Planning Manager role will oversee production scheduling, and resource allocation.  The ideal candidate will be responsible for optimizing workflows, managing forecasting and planning, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving operational efficiency. Strong leadership abilities and a deep understanding of production processes are essential. If you’re passionate about improving operations and leading a high-performing team, we invite you to apply for this key position.
This role will primarily office at our Marana location (just north of Tucson).  Relocation assistance maybe provided.
What you will do:

• Develop and schedule aircraft maintenance tasks while ensuring full compliance with FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation Services guidelines. Collaborate with the Maintenance, Inspection, and related teams to ensure tasks are properly sequenced. Communicate and coordinate with all teams to guarantee that the work scope, workflow, and sequencing are aligned with Maintenance and Inspection requirements.
• Ensures that all applicable airworthiness directives, service bulletins, engineering orders and other documentation referenced in the work package accompany the work cards to Production Control for accomplishment.
• Translate customer work scopes into clear work instructions and ensure necessary documentation accompanies work packages.
• Oversee the creation of critical path flow charts and ensure routine maintenance checks are accurately estimated and entered planning software.
• Maintain Facility Maintenance Slot chart to track sold and potential projects. Attend and sometimes host weekly Maintenance-lookahead meetings with the Sales and Operations Department.
• Manage staffing requirements, coordinating manpower and resources for billable work and upcoming projects in collaboration with HR and Sales.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, provide coaching, and lead training efforts to ensure qualified personnel are in place.
• Track applied man-hours and maintain the Facility Maintenance Slot chart to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Produce reports, recaps, and statistical data for senior leadership to monitor progress and performance.
• Drive improvements in productivity and cost reduction across the planning function.
• Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.

• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to interpret technical data.
• Five to ten years maintenance planning required.
• Excellent communication (reading, writing, and understanding English).
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.  Adaptable to changing priorities and emergency situations.
• Effective collaboration across all organizational levels.
• Leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Basic knowledge of human behavior and management techniques.

• High school diploma or GED are required post-secondary education or training in aircraft maintenance or equivalent combination of education, training or experience required. 
• The ability to read, write, and understand the English language and give verbal and written instructions. 
• Valid driver’s license required.  A&P License preferred.

• Aircraft Maintenance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in aviation management.

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

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

• Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased. 
• Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly.  As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly. 
• Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.
• In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee.  The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage. 

• Physical Demands: Requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, bending and reaching to shoulder level. Requires occasional lifting or carrying weight up to 20 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Equipment Operated: Telephone, computer, printer, copy machine, facsimile machine.
• Work Location: Aircraft maintenance hangar, Planning Office.
• Potential Hazards:   Exposure to high intensity noise levels, changes in temperature, materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets, sharp instruments, working around moving machinery.
• Protective Equipment Required:  Goggles, safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, respirators, dust masks

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program.

Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.