On Wing Support Customer Support Planner

Job Description Summary The On Wing Support Customer Support Planner, based in Grand Prairie, Texas, will be involved in the coordination of all aspects of engine maintenance from initial job request through final billing. This site performs maintenance on GE/CFM commercial aircraft engines in the field and in-shop. As such, this position will partner with a wide variety of customers, GE Aviation facilities, and partners in many locations around the world. Positive working relationships with the team of technicians and customers through outstanding customer responsiveness are critical to the success of the business. Applicants will be familiar with quick-turn aircraft engine maintenance, repair and field services, operations of a FAR-145 Repair Station, and preferably hold an A&P license. Familiarity with GE Flight Deck Lean methodology is highly valued, particularly the ability to apply lean principles to improve turnaround times, reduce waste, and enhance customer responsiveness. Job Description The On Wing Support Customer Support Planner works in the Planning functional area and is involved in work order creation, job quotation, and job execution through to final invoicing. GE On Wing Support is a 24/7/365 operation. Applicants must be willing and able to support calls during off-hours when emergency situations arise. In Addition, The Customer Support Planner Will In coordination with other Planning Team members, input appropriate data into site ERP to initiate shop or field jobs (i.e., work order creation in SAP). Understand compliance requirements related to new Customer set up. Utilize existing processes and procedures to set up new Customers & Contracts in SAP (Know Your Customer process). Support commercial team in quoting and managing of work scopes, parts, and logistics. Help the billing team collect cost accumulations, process all invoices, and assist with Accounts Receivable reconciliations. Coordinate with engineering team to ensure timely work scoping of both shop and field jobs. Deliver “all-hands on deck” support for AOGs (Aircraft on Ground) as they arise. Coordinate access to Customer site(s). Manage Customer badging and required access to Customer and/or airport properties. Comply with Safety requirements, complete training per schedule, participate in investigations and read-across as requested, promptly identify safety issues, work with team to pursue solutions, and elevate issues to proper site leadership. Participate in GENBAs to help read-across to identify and understand sources of defects. Promptly identify and elevate risks to leadership and work with team on solutions. Comply with policy and procedure. Participate in and help lead LEAN events using GE Flight Deck Lean methodology. Apply lean principles such as standard work, tiered accountability, and visual management to drive continuous improvement in planning, customer communication, and job execution. Apply continuous improvement to standard work in area of responsibility. Identify sources of waste and Customer dissatisfaction, elevate to leadership team and work among the team to find solutions. Availability to work flexible shift patterns as required, including nights, weekends and holidays Ability and willingness to support calls during off-hours when emergency situations arise Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and 3+ years of aircraft engine maintenance operations experience (or a minimum high school diploma / GED with an additional 4+ years of aircraft engine maintenance operations experience). Desired Characteristics & Experience Federal Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (A&P) license strongly preferred Approach work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives Possess a desire to learn and grow with technology advancements and new engine models Experienced with SAP or comparable enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis tool Hold previous LEAP, GE90, CFM, CF6, CF34, and GENX experience and international field experience. This knowledge includes Line maintenance, engine changes, module removal & installation, and/or LRU removals and installations. Understand appropriate Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Engine Shop Manual procedures. Demonstrated quality, compliance, EHS and customer satisfaction skills GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a Sponsor). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. Additional Information GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing. Relocation Assistance Provided: No #J-18808-Ljbffr GE Aerospace