American Airlines

Director, Strategic Maintenance Planning

American Airlines • $125K — $150K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Planning, Aeronautics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 7 years of leadership experience managing cross-departmental teams at or above the manager level.
  • 10 years of overall experience with progressive responsibility in operations, planning, scheduling, or equivalent role.
  • In-depth knowledge of the airline industry, American Airlines business strategy, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning for base maintenance and aircraft modifications to optimize resources and maximize aircraft availability.
  • Ensure compliance with company and FAA requirements for fleet safety and operations.
  • Schedule time-tracked items to avoid unnecessary aircraft grounding and ensure reliability work is completed timely.
  • Facilitate effective communication between Planning and stakeholders, including Flight Ops and Maintenance Control.
  • Collaborate with Finance on current and long-term budget forecasts.
  • Work with Network Planning to align with corporate aircraft availability targets.
  • Oversee development of recovery plans for critical maintenance tasks to manage off-schedule operations.

Benefits

  • Travel perks for you, family, and friends across a global network with 365 destinations.
  • Access to health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits on day one.
  • Wellness programs designed to support personal health and well-being.
  • 401(k) program available upon hire with potential employer contributions after a year.
  • Additional benefits including Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels and travel services.
Full Job Description
8/31/26

Location: Integrated Operations Ctr (DFW-SV02)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 87916

Job Description

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
  • Leads the planning of base maintenance and aircraft modification workload requirements for the entire fleet to ensure optimization of available manpower and resources and to maximize aircraft available for revenue service
  • Validates that AA remains in compliance with all mandatory company and FAA requirements to ensure the safe operation of the fleet
  • Ensures time-tracked items are scheduled to prevent unnecessary grounding of aircraft; ensures all reliability and project-driven aircraft work is scheduled and completed within the prescribed timeframes, thus increasing reliability
  • Facilitates effective communication between Planning and its principal customers and vendors (e.g., Flight Ops, Supply Chain, Maintenance Control, Line Planning, Base Maintenance, etc.)
  • Interfaces with Finance on budget including both current and long-range forecasts
  • Works closely with Network Planning and Operations Performance and Planning to ensure alignment with corporate aircraft availability targets
  • Oversees development and execution of recovery programs and plans that ensure all critical maintenance tasks are assigned and properly provisioned, in order to recover quickly from off-schedule operations
  • Serves as a critical link between Engineering and Maintenance to ensure all aircraft are in compliance with AA and FAA mandated maintenance requirements and recommended reliability enhancements
  • Manages a diverse workforce of managers, supervisors, and planners


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Planning, Aeronautics, related field, or equivalent experience
  • 7 years of leadership experience managing cross-departmental teams, at or above the manager level
  • 10 years of overall experience with progressive responsibility in operations, planning, scheduling, or equivalent role
  • In-depth knowledge of the airline industry and technical operations, American Airlines (AA) business strategy, company policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreements

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • 7 years of leadership experience in an area related to base maintenance/tech ops planning
  • 10 years of overall experience in technical operations, preferably within the airline industry

Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • Demonstrates the highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Ability to influence others through outstanding interpersonal skills, collaboration, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to advocate and manage change
  • Ability to be an action-oriented and results-driven leader, with a natural aptitude for engaging employees across multiple workgroups
  • Ability to think strategically, negotiate skillfully, digest complex details, and use sound judgment and initiative in making decisions; ability to advocate and manage change
  • Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, as well as proven success implementing strategic initiatives under time constraints
  • Ability to build and facilitate relationships at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to handle complex topics comfortably and to interact effectively with all levels, both verbally and written
  • Excellent project planning and organizational skills, with ability to effectively and simultaneously manage multiple large projects within tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
  • Ability to productively and proactively adjust to dynamic situations
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office software


What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself - that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more


Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

About American Airlines

US Airways provides international and domestic air transport in the United States. It is owned by the American Airlines Group. US Airways utilizes a fleet of 343 mainline jet aircrafts, along with 278 regional jet and turbo-prop aircrafts operated by contract and subsidiary airlines under the name US Airways Express. It was originally established as All American Aviation.It operates an airline network with 193 destinations in 24 countries in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. It also operates the US Airways Shuttle, a US Airways brand which provides hourly service between Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C.As of October 2013, US Airways employed 32,312 people worldwide and operated 3,028 daily flights.US Airways is a member of Oneworld, and it currently operates along with American Airlines as a result of a merge between the two holding companies of these airliners.US Airways was established in 1973. It operates hubs at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Philadelphia Inte...

American Airlines Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Airlines, a leader in global aviation and an innovator in the airline industry. With a wide range of job opportunities, American Airlines is the perfect place to advance your career, offering roles that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At American Airlines, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing world-class service and shaping the future of travel. Our employees enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. With American Airlines, you can contribute to a legacy of innovation and leadership in the skies. Transform Your Career American Airlines is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career through a robust suite of professional development and diversity training programs. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and recognizes the value of each individual’s growth. Join a team that leads with integrity and a passion for progress. At American Airlines, your career trajectory is bolstered by our commitment to innovation and excellence in the aviation industry. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with an internship at American Airlines. Gain invaluable industry experience, build your resume, and make connections that will propel your professional life. Our internships offer hands-on experience in a variety of departments, helping you discover your path in the aviation industry. Benefits of Working With Us American Airlines places immense value on the well-being of its team members. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible spending accounts. More than just perks, our benefits are designed to support your life, both at work and at home. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking to enhance your career in engineering, customer service, or leadership, American Airlines has a position that will match your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take their careers to new heights. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH AMERICAN AIRLINES JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at American Airlines.
Learn more about American Airlines
Size
123,400 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
NASDAQ
AAL
* Ladders Estimates

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