Planning Analyst (Plan)

• About Us:

• AAR Corp.

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AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR's purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company's mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

• Description:

• The Planning Analyst is responsible for ensuring that all maintenance work packages are planned efficiently through initiation, organization, execution, control and closure for every aircraft visit with emphasis on quality and accuracy of the finished product. This position will have knowledge of the most accurate status of the aircraft for each assigned project.
• What you will be responsible for:
• + Estimate customer supplied work packages and programs for individual skills.

Determine cumulative program cost for labor hours by skill. + Create work breakdown matrix for cost accounting to support the customer and AAR billing requirements and input into the MAJIC service order. + Enter individual work cards into the MAJIC service order with the job description, estimated man-hour requirements by skill and any customer card references as necessary. + Produce AAR required printed operations to be included in the work package. + Print customer work packages with cover sheets and assemble. + Provide a work package tally book for each aircraft. + Develop aircraft master script in Excel listing all work cards to be completed by day for each C-check or above. + Maintain an Excel master matrix for all customer task cards and script data. + Maintain Excel history files of estimates versus actual amount on all programs to assist in future pricing. + Ensure all work breakdown codes are priced and loaded correctly for the customer invoice. + Monitor work packages for changes and revisions and capture additional cost of increases to the work scope. + Coordinate with tooling and material departments as well as production on any new work scope being added to ensure minimum impact to the program. + Schedule and lead pre-induction meetings for all Maintenance and other support staff, as necessary to provide an overview of each project's work scope. + Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to ensure all duties are performed within the guidelines as specified by the AAR Safety Manual. + Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers. + Must be able to work weekend duty and after hours calls on a rotation basis with the other Planning Analysts + All other duties as assigned

• What you will need to be successful in this role:
• + High school diploma or equivalent + Two (2) years aviation experience + Read, write, speak and understand the English language + Basic computer knowledge of typical PC and mainframe programs + Strong Excel use experience + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Good problem-solving skills + Displays a professional demeanor and appearance + Capable of planning, presenting and executing pre-planning meeting agenda goals + Must be a self-starter and ability to work with minimum supervision + Ability to read and understand print/technical work instructions + Two (2) year's specific aircraft planning/pricing preferred + Two (2) years aviation mechanical "hands on" experience preferred + Two (2) years commercial aircraft experience preferred + Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft related scheduling and maintenance packages preferred + Four-year college degree in business, aviation management, engineering or related field preferred + A&P Certification preferred •The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:•+ Competitive salary + Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

+ 401(k) retirement plan with company match + Generous paid time off program + Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

+ Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. + The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. + Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. + Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, and stoop as necessary. + Normal or corrected hearing and vision are required. + Normal office environment where approximately 70% of work is performed in a sitting position. + Frequent exposure to the outside hangar areas for meetings and employee relations functions for varying lengths of time. AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

• Job Details
• Job Family
• Supply Chn, Planning, Control
• Job Function
• Planning
• Pay Type
• HourlyAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.