American Airlines

MD, Technical Operations Planning

American Airlines • $160K — $200K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
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8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field; Advanced degree preferred
  • 10 years of progressive leadership experience in cross-departmental management
  • 10 years in Airline Operations, Planning, Scheduling, or equivalent roles
  • In-depth knowledge of airline industry and American Airlines' strategies
  • Proven track record in leading operations planning teams and implementing strategic initiatives at scale

Responsibilities

  • Lead long-range maintenance forecasting efforts and heavy maintenance check cycles
  • Direct blended global vendor model for MRO capabilities
  • Oversee budgeting and resource allocations for maintenance functions
  • Coordinate with other departments through the planning lifecycle
  • Evaluate staffing and capacity planning for line maintenance stations
  • Spearhead implementation of advanced technologies in maintenance operations

Benefits

  • Travel perks for you, family, and friends to over 365 destinations
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits from day one
  • Robust wellness programs to support personal well-being
  • 401(k) program available upon hire with potential employer contributions
  • Additional perks including Member Assistance Program and discounts on travel and services
Full Job Description
9/29/26

Location: Integrated Operations Ctr (DFW-SV02)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 88501

Job Description

What you'll do

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.

Strategic Long-Range and Base Maintenance Planning
  • Long-Range Forecasting: Lead the long-range maintenance forecasting effort for American, including heavy maintenance checks cycles, multi-year aircraft retrofit programs, and the planning of Engineering reliability mods, Airworthiness Directives, and other required maintenance work
  • MRO Infrastructure & Strategy: Direct the airline's blended global vendor model, evaluating and balancing internal hub capabilities against complex third-party Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) global suppliers and engine programs
  • Heavy Check & Base Plan: Lead the teams that strategically optimize heavy check visits and bill of work, working across engineering, supply chain, and production to ensure aircraft readiness and availability to the network and minimize aircraft out-of-service (AOS) during peak season
  • Budget and Resource Management: Oversee budgeting of track allocations and associated staffing levels, and resource allocations, partnering with the base maintenance organization
  • Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Coordinate closely with Flight Operations, Network Planning, Material Planning, and Engineering through the planning life cycle
  • Base and Line Maintenance infrastructure: Lead the long-range Hangar strategy and associated maintenance footprint for the airline, partnering with Corporate Real Estate, Finance, and Government Affairs

Line Maintenance Planning & Operations
  • Line Capacity Planning: Continuously evaluate staffing levels and capabilities across all line maintenance stations in partnership with the line maintenance production team, ensuring balanced daily, weekly, monthly bill of work to drive maintenance throughput and reduce Aircraft Out of Service risks
  • Workforce Planning & Optimization: Design predictive labor models that align headcounts across global line maintenance hubs directly against seasonal flight schedules; implementation of advanced shift bidding optimization framework; ensure workforce plans maps exactly to active labor contracts
  • Overnight Maintenance Scheduling: Set the strategic allocation of overnight workloads across outstations and hub maintenance bases, matching labor capacity and hangar space with scheduled line check requirements
  • Short-Term Routing Optimization: Oversee the daily dynamic routing of aircraft to ensure they meet recurring line maintenance checks (e.g., A-checks, daily, and overnight checks) with minimal disruption to the live flight schedule
  • MEL and Deferred Maintenance Management: Partner with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) to aggressively monitor and track Minimum Equipment List (MEL) entries, Configuration Deviation Lists (CDL), and deferred items to ensure prompt resolution within regulatory timeframes
  • Advanced Technology Vision: Spearhead the implementation of next-generation enterprise asset management infrastructures, predictive AI diagnostics, automated scheduling & advanced routing capabilities, partnering with the Maintenance product and IT teams


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience; Advanced degree preferred
  • 10 years of progressive leadership experience managing cross-departmental teams
  • 10 years of overall experience with progressive responsibility in Airline Operations, Planning, Scheduling, or equivalent role
  • In-depth knowledge of the airline industry and/or technical operations, American Airlines (AA) business strategy, company policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreements
  • Proven success in leading Operations planning team and implementing strategic initiatives at scale, driving efficiency and reliability
  • Prior experience in maintenance planning is a plus

Skills, Licenses, and Certifications
  • Demonstrates the highest standards of personal ethics and integrity
  • Action oriented, results-driven leader with a natural aptitude for engaging team members across multiple workgroups
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with an aptitude for complex problem solving
  • Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, demonstrated critical thinking, and ability to manage change
  • Ability to think strategically, negotiate skillfully, digest complex details, and use sound judgment & initiative in making decisions
  • Ability to successfully lead cross-functional projects within complex stakeholder environments
  • Ability to drive results through collaboration and to facilitate effective relationships across different work groups and levels of the company
  • Ability to be flexible in rapidly changing conditions and priorities, as well as to embrace ambiguity and enable clarity
  • Excellent project planning and organizational skills, with ability to effectively and simultaneously manage multiple large projects within tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with ability to handle complex topics comfortably and to interact effectively with all levels, both verbally and written
  • Ability to coach, mentor, and serve as a role model for all team members


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 Member Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.


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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