Aircraft Maintenance Planner

We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.

At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as an Aircraft Maintenance Planner in our Maintenance Department. The primary responsibility of the position is the planning and preparation of production schedules that support the overall strategic plan of the Maintenance Department. The Aircraft Maintenance Planner schedules Engineering orders, Service Bulletins, and Airworthiness Directives and ensures the availability of parts and personnel. The successful candidate will have previous experience in Aircraft Maintenance Planning. This position reports to the Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Planning.

Essential Duties:

• Plan and prepare production schedules that support the overall strategic plan of the Maintenance department

• Coordinate with the Maintenance department to ensure adequate staffing

• Coordinate with Materials Support for material requirements

• Schedule Engineering Orders, Service Bulletins, and Airworthiness Directives, and ensure availability of parts and personnel

• Compile and issue daily maintenance work packages consisting of scheduled maintenance, Service Bulletins, trend work orders and pilot discrepancies

• Perform duties of the maintenance scheduler in their absence

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience in Aircraft Maintenance Planning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous airline experience

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Business, or related field

Work Environment:

• Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting to 25 pounds

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network.  Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate:

$43,000.00/Annual Salary - 49,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)

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. ​

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.

Job Application Deadline:

August 17, 2026

Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.