Maintenance Planner

Job Summary:

Personal. Private. Authentic. From takeoff to touch down, Northern Jet offers a bespoke private air travel experience for the most discerning clients. Northern Jet’s elevated experience provides clients with unrivaled comfort, speed, and dependability. Northern Jet is proud to own an unmatched fleet of impeccable aircraft. 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Maintenance Planner to support our maintenance operations by ensuring all aircraft maintenance activities are efficiently scheduled, tracked, and documented. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a deep understanding of aircraft maintenance requirements, and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple departments to keep our fleet mission-ready.

This is a full-time position based in our Orlando, Florida location. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage aircraft maintenance schedules in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer requirements, and company policies.
 • Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events to optimize aircraft availability and minimize downtime.
 • Track and forecast time-controlled components, inspections, and airworthiness directives (ADs).
 • Create and distribute work orders, maintenance packages, and task cards to maintenance teams.
 • Monitor progress of maintenance activities to ensure timely completion and compliance with established standards.
 • Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure timely data entry into maintenance tracking systems (e.g., CAMP, Flightdocs, or similar).
 • Communicate upcoming maintenance needs to Maintenance Managers, Technicians, and Operations teams.
 • Assist in developing maintenance forecasts and reports for planning purposes.
 • Support coordination with vendors and service providers for outsourced maintenance tasks.
 • Ensure all maintenance documentation meets FAA and company requirements.
 • Perform other duties as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Strong understanding of FAA Part 135 and/or Part 145 maintenance requirements.
 • Experience with aircraft maintenance tracking programs (CAMP, Flightdocs, Corridor, etc.).
 • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
 • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
 • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in aviation maintenance planning or a related technical operations role (required).
 • Prior experience supporting business aviation or turbine aircraft strongly preferred.
 • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate preferred but not required.

Why Northern Jet?

• Work on a prestige fleet of private aircraft in a clean, well-equipped facility
• Join a tight-knit, experienced team who values precision and professionalism
• Be part of a growing organization where your expertise is recognized and respected
• Enjoy stability, and competitive pay
   

Your Career. Your Benefits. Your Northern Jet Advantage.
At Northern Jet, we’re committed to taking care of the people who keep us flying. We offer a wide range of valuable benefits—many provided at no cost—to support your health, financial stability, and overall quality of life. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally, so you can focus on delivering excellence in the skies and enjoying life on the ground.Our comprehensive benefits include:

• 80% Company-Paid Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with access to nationwide provider networks
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with tax-advantaged savings
• Wellness Programs & Discounts including LifeMart and exclusive ID90 Travel deals
• Paid Time Off – Starting at 2 weeks PTO plus 1 week of paid sick time annually
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (company-paid)
• Voluntary Benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company match
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (company-paid)
• Additional Lifestyle Perks and travel discounts designed for the aviation industry

As part of our commitment to safety and security, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment drug screening and background checks. Northern Jet also participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires.