Fleet Planning Lead

About us
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Support the Mission of the Defence Force through your expertise in aircraft maintenance planning and scheduling.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
BDA currently employs more than 3,200 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and has a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth. The team of people you will be surrounded by are dynamic, fun and genuine in the meaningful work they deliver to the Defence Force.
A career at BDA means you're a part of a global company that is a leader in the aerospace industry
- with us, the sky is not the limit
The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia's Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services division is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Fleet Planning Lead to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) program. The role can be located at HMAS Albatross in Nowra, NSW or the Army Aviation Training Centre in Oakey, Queensland.
Our team provides continuing airworthiness support for the Australian Defence Force's fleet of Airbus EC135 helicopters. As the Fleet Planning Lead, you will play a vital role in ensuring the optimisation of fleet availability through effective planning of aircraft maintenance and modification programs. Working with your team, you will be responsible for coordinating with key program, maintenance, engineering, and customer stakeholders to understand future maintenance/upgrade requirements, and workforce and facility constraints in order to develop short
- and long-range plans. This role requires a critical thinker who enjoys problem solving in a complex environment.
**Your Main Responsibilities**:

- Lead the development and execution of strategic and tactical aircraft maintenance and upgrade fleet plans.
- Conduct fleet planning modelling and analysis to develop recommendations which use data to optimise resource and facilities constraints to achieve fleet availability objectives.
- Prepare impact statements and respond to short notice changes impacting aircraft maintenance and or support system planning.
- Analyse maintenance program data and performance metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities to improve fleet availability and utilisation.
- Prepare reports and presentations to communicate Fleet plans, performance, and value-based recommendations to senior management and customer stakeholders.
- Build positive relationships with key stakeholders to enable Fleet Planning integration across the HATS enterprise.
- Providing technical guidance and support to team members.

**Your checklist for success**:

- Previous experience in aircraft maintenance scheduling or a similar role.
- Familiarity with maintenance planning software and tools.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to manage, interpret and present data for informed decision making.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams to build positive relationships based on trust.
- Ability to obtain 'Baseline' security clearance.

**Culture at Boeing**:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. Boeing celebrates diversity by celebrating First Nations, Veterans and Women as part of our action plan for an inclusive workforce.
**What we offer**:

- Generous study assistance and education options
- Salary packaging and Career Development support
- Global Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
- Paid Parental Leave, Defence Reservist Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave and First Nation Cultural Leave
- Join social and community groups and explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.