Maintenance Planner

Job Description
We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner Specialist Sr. to join our team at BAE Systems in York, PA. The maintenance planner is responsible for work order management via the CMMS system, developing detailed maintenance job plans, identifying tools, resources and materials required for all planned maintenance activities and ensuring safety protocols are incorporated into all plans. The position is instrumental in optimizing equipment reliability, maximizing uptime, and contributing to overall plant safety and productivity through diligent planning and execution.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule maintenance activities, including labor requirements, layouts, bill of materials, and tools required
• Develop detailed job plans for preventive maintenance activities, ensure safety procedures, labor requirements, materials, tools, work procedures and all necessary information to successfully perform maintenance work is encompassed.
• Review job plans periodically to ensure validity and accuracy
• Process, review, investigate and process maintenance work orders from initiation to a Ready to Schedule or Awaiting Materials status, utilizing the CMMS system.
• Facilitates routine backlog review and planning prioritization meetings with stakeholders in Maintenance and Operations, and Engineering departments utilizing excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Produce full-scope work packets with detailed planning to prevent work errors
• Identify and secure parts, special tools, and materials required for work orders
• Initiate and enhance communication with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
• Continuously improving maintenance planning processes and developing the organization
• Review planned work requests for accuracy and clarity, and set priorities
• Partner with Facilities Engineering for in-house projects (capital or expense) to include review statement of work, determine material needs and submitting necessary procurement documents to order material
• Review project plan to ensure labor estimates are accurate and include all required trades
• Coordinate with affected departments to communicate machine or building outages in relation to in-house project work
• Support root cause analysis on key machine failures and improves up time on critical equipment
• Maintain and improve CMMS, equipment history database, and maintenance documentation
• Able to be a self-starter and complete tasks with little guidance or supervision

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related technical field (preferred)
• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance planning or similar role, preferably in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) or similar software (Knowledge of Oracle and eAM is a plus.)
• Strong understanding of electrical or mechanical systems and principles
• Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and technical documents
• Detail-oriented and analytical, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Electrical or mechanical trade certification or experience
• Experience with industrial manufacturing, control systems, or similar technologies
• Familiarity with NFPA and NEC electrical codes and standards
• Certification in maintenance planning, such as CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional) or similar

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Salary : $75,254 - $127,930