• Planning Manager - Repairs Department

    Safran (Los Angeles, CA)


    Planning Manager - Repairs Department

    Job details

    General information

    Entity

    Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

     

    Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

     

    Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

     

    Reference number

     

    2025-163059

    Job details

    Domain

     

    Production

     

    Job field / Job profile

     

    General managers - General manager

     

    Job title

     

    Planning Manager - Repairs Department

     

    Employment type

     

    Permanent

     

    Professional category

     

    Professional, Engineer & Manager

     

    Part time / Full time

     

    Full-time

    Job description

    Local candidates preferred, must be onsite.

     

    Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

     

    Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Planning-Repairs Manager you'll play a pivotal part on our Production team.

     

    The Planning Manager will lead a team of planning professionals and will be responsible for all aspects of scheduling, planning and inventory activities. Some key areas of activities include: developing a repair plan, plan work flow and schedules, monitor status and ensure customer delivery requirements and sales and operations planning (S&OP). Also, the planning manager is responsible for the accuracy of all items within the business system that have an impact on company-wide financial reporting.

     

    But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

     

    • Implement, execute and maintain world class strategies for planning, scheduling, inventory and customer satisfaction.

    • Oversee repair planning and management activities within the business unit.

    • Develop repair plan, budget and timeliness according to CMM specifications and FAA Part 145 requirements specifications.

    • Determine repair requirements based on plant capacity and repair specifications.

    • Communication of needs and objectives to the planning team along with training, developing, mentoring and assisting team members is essential.

    • Plan work flow and schedules for repair departments.

    • Monitor repair status and ensure timely delivery.

    • Implement rotable inventory strategies, monitor, and make adjustments based on repair volume and sub-contract cycle times

    • Identify delays and accordingly adjust schedules to meet deadlines.

    • Establishes and maintains premier customer service.

    • Assist in repair risk assessment and mitigation activities.

    • Planning Manager manages planners to ensure they:

     

    Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!

     

    Management roles may be eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

    Experience:

    • At least 2-5 years' experience leading teams

    • 5 years of experience in progressive planning, scheduling and inventory management experience in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment with the ability to lead and influence others.

    Computer Skills:

    • Experience working with MRP/ERP systems

    • Basic knowledge Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

     

    This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

     

    Annual salary

    $94K - $148K USD

    Job location

     

    Job location

     

    North America, United States, California, Los Angeles

     

    City (-ies)

     

    CA 90746 Carson

     

    Applicant criteria

     

    Minimum education level achieved

     

    Bachelor's Degree

     

    Minimum experience level required

     

    More than 8 years