Q400 Aircraft Configuration and Program Planner

Conair Aerial Firefighting

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Conair is global leader in aerial firefighting, offering the largest privately-owned fixed-wing fleet of specialty aircraft in the world. Operating in Canada, the US, Europe, Australia and beyond, the organization provides a comprehensive range of aircraft, crew, maintenance, and training to support government agencies fighting wildfires. Our long-standing reputation for providing service excellence makes us an industry leader. And one of our strengths is our team, a group of professionals committed to safety and service.We currently have an opening for a full-time permanent Q400 Aircraft Configuration and Program Planner position.Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Q400 Aircraft Configuration and Program Planner is an integral member of the Planning Team, focusing primarily on maintaining the Conair Q400 Configuration and Program requirements.In this role your duties will include the following:
  • Maintain Part and Component Configurations for Conair Q400 Fleet Aircraft;
  • Support Development of Q400 Maintenance Program while building efficiencies and Task Card relationships;
  • Enhance the Maintenance Program, including Component, Structural and Powerplant as identified via available data;
  • Maintain Conair ERP configuration setup as required;
  • Create and maintain component records as appliable;
  • Review Q400 PES Program and implement requirements as applicable;
  • Evaluate and implement all instructions for continued Airworthiness into the Aircraft Maintenance Program (AD’s, SB’s, Repairs, Engineering Orders, ICA’s);
  • Support the Bridging of Aircraft Maintenance task status into Conair’s Maintenance Program and ERP system;
  • Interpret and account for additional Maintenance requirements set out by additional sources, including Engineering, Transport Canada, Aeronautical Product Manufacturers, and the OEM;
  • Aid in determining the required work scope requirements for Aircraft undergoing Air Tanker Conversion;
  • Review Aircraft Documentation for data accuracy and task compliance;
  • Other related duties as assigned.
We are looking for someone with:
  • Naturally organized and methodical, with a focus on efficiency;
  • Ability to read and interpret Technical Documentation, including but not limited to, AD’s, Service Bulletins, Maintenance Manuals and Engineering documentation;
  • Knowledge of Aircraft maintenance programs, MSG 3 philosophy, technical records, and technical documentation;
  • Knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Programs an asset;
  • Knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Bridging an asset;
  • Knowledge of Component Maintenance requirements an asset;
  • Ability to work effectively with MS Excel;
  • Strong technical communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral;
  • Committed team player with the ability to focus on deliverables.
Training/Education:
  • 2 years relevant experience with aircraft Maintenance Programs and Planning considered an asset;
  • Working knowledge and experience with a materials or enterprise resource planning system an asset;
  • AME License or equivalent experience will be considered an asset.
***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***

Conair Aerial Firefighting