Production Planner

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An opportunity has become available to join Boeing Defense UK as a Production Planner.

This position is part of the on-site C-17 Field Services Team supporting the Royal Air Force customer at RAF Brize Norton. The Boeing Team at Brize Norton is a vital part of the support that we provide the Royal Air Force Customer. We have a Team of 90-plus employees who work directly for, and with, the C-17 operational team, providing real-time, time-critical and dynamic assistance at the point of delivery. This is a Team at the vanguard, and we are offering an opportunity for you to join that Team working as part of the Boeing MRP 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO), who undertake scheduled maintenance of the UK C-17 fleet and carry out adhoc defect rectification.

As an MRP 145 Production Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning all maintenance activities in compliance with regulatory requirements and Company policies. You will work closely with various departments - internal and external to Boeing - to ensure that maintenance tasks are scheduled efficiently to meet operational demands while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and maintain production schedules for aircraft maintenance, repairs, and inspections in accordance with MRP 145 regulations and customer requirements.
- Collaborate across the organization to determine resource requirements, including manpower, materials, tools and equipment.
- Analyze maintenance tasks and prioritize them based on factors such as aircraft input duration, criticality, and operational impact.
- Coordinate with supply chain colleagues to ensure timely availability of parts and materials needed for scheduled maintenance activities. Ensure supply chain action is undertaken to resolve issues related to unscheduled maintenance events.
- Monitor work progress and resolve any issues that may arise during the maintenance process to minimise delays and disruptions.
- Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to communicate production schedules, address concerns, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Participate in audits and inspections conducted by regulatory authorities or customers to demonstrate compliance with applicable requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and safety within the maintenance organisation.
- Be able to review and provide a technical assessment of work packages to give an overview of man hours, consumables, materials and tooling requirements. Ensuring the organisation has the capacity and scope to perform the work.

**Required Qualifications**:

- Be able to work unsupervised but also be a team player.
- Previous experience in aircraft maintenance planning or production control within a Part 145 (commercial or military) maintenance organization is highly desirable.
- Thorough understanding of MRP 145 regulations, airworthiness requirements, and industry best practices related to aircraft maintenance.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to upholding high standards of quality and safety in all aspects of work.

**Work Authorization**:
**Security Clearance**: This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which the Government requires UK Citizenship.

What Boeing offers you:

- The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
- Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
- 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
- Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
- Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
- Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
- 4x annual salary life insurance
- Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
- Access to B