Q400 Aircraft Configuration and Program Planner - Abbotsford, Canada - Conair Group Inc

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    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 Q Aircraft Configuration and Program Planner position.

    Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Q Aircraft Configuration and Program Planner is an integral member of the Planning Team, focusing primarily on maintaining the Conair Q Configuration and Program requirements.

    In this role your duties will include the following:

  • Maintain Part and Component Configurations for Conair Q Fleet Aircraft;
  • Support Development of Q 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 Q 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)***