Capacity Planner/Scheduler-Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $52,500.00 - $117,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Benefits

Insurance plans

competitive base salary

retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Tele Health Program

Job Description

Bombardier is a world-renowned leader in the aerospace industry, dedicated to designing, building, and maintaining peak-performing aircraft for a diverse clientele that includes discerning individuals, businesses, governments, and militaries worldwide. With a rich heritage of innovation and excellence, Bombardier stands at the forefront of aerospace technology, continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Employment at Bombardier means joining a team committed to delivering superior experiences and products while fostering a culture that places people at the heart of all operations. The company prides itself on setting the highest standards not only in the industry but also in how it nurtures employee growth and development. This commitment empowers employees to reach their full potential in an environment where individuality and expertise are valued. Flexible and hybrid work policies are promoted wherever applicable, providing employees with the freedom to balance professional and personal lives effectively.

The Capacity Planner/Scheduler role at Bombardier in Fort Wayne, IN, is a key position within Learjet Inc. This regular, day-shift role plays a vital part in ensuring efficient repair station operations by providing capacity planning and scheduling functions. The incumbent will be responsible for staffing forecasts, hangar plans, and coordinating department activities to integrate functions across data processing, planning, and production control. By working closely with management, sales, operations, and project managers, the Capacity Planner/Scheduler contributes to optimizing resources, managing aircraft maintenance schedules, and coordinating vendor services. This role requires a solid understanding of FAA regulations, aircraft maintenance programs, and customer needs within a service center context, along with strong project management, communication, and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including insurance plans, retirement savings, and employee assistance programs, all designed to support the well-being and professional growth of the employee. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with 3 to 5 years of relevant industry experience and a passion for advancing aerospace operations within a globally respected company.

Job Requirements

bachelors degree in business or aviation management or equivalent experience
3-5 years related experience in an aircraft service facility
working knowledge of FAA and federal aviation requirements
project management training
knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma
knowledge of customer needs from a service center perspective
knowledge of airline operations and flight schedule issues
thorough knowledge of planning and scheduling systems
thorough knowledge of aircraft maintenance programs
knowledge of data security systems relevant to assigned site
business writing skills
solid verbal and written communication skills
computer skills to operate word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, email and web-based applications
planning and organizational skills to prioritize and coordinate workload in multiple project settings
interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, employees, management, and contractors

Job Qualifications

bachelors degree in business or aviation management or equivalent experience
3-5 years related experience in an aircraft service facility
working knowledge of FAA and federal aviation requirements
project management training
knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma
understanding of customer needs from a service center perspective
knowledge of airline operations and flight schedule issues
thorough knowledge of planning and scheduling systems
thorough knowledge of aircraft maintenance programs
knowledge of data security systems relevant to assigned site
business writing skills to create reports and correspondence
solid verbal and written communication skills
computer skills to operate word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, email, and web-based applications
planning and organizational skills to prioritize and coordinate workload in a multiple project setting
interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, employees, management, and contractors

Job Duties

adhere to Bombardier general work requirements
provide capacity planning/scheduling functions for the repair station, including staffing forecasts and hangar plans
interface with management to support the RFP process
coordinate department activities for proper integration with data processing, planning, and production control
provide guidance and monitor progress on major systems projects
oversee, develop, and coordinate readiness plans for new customers as required
schedule aircraft operators into the service center for maintenance, modifications, and compliance
coordinate outside services with vendors to ensure downtime allows all requested work
maintain current knowledge of quality inspection requirements affecting work scopes
collaborate with sales and operations to balance resource and hangar capacity utilization
maintain and communicate sales and operations planning data for the BAS network
communicate daily with general manager, operations manager, and project managers
stay updated on aircraft status to adjust scheduling accordingly
review proposals to ensure all required quality gates are met