Senior Planning Engineer

at  Vista Global

Job Profile:
Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises over 300 light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the U.S. and Europe. By investing in internal maintenance, Vista prioritizes the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability, and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing seamless service to clients globally. Vista Aircraft Maintenance offers a robust regional support network for Vista’s growing fleet, with one the leading base maintenance facilities in the world, taking care since 2004.
As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to join our team in Munich. In this key role, you will oversee work planning, collaborate with production and logistics teams, and supervise a team of Planning Engineers.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing occurrence reports related to maintenance activities.
• Supervise the Process Engineering/Documentation Department (PEDD) Engineers and Planning Engineers, overseeing work order notifications, openings, control, and closure.
• Act as the main coordinator between Production, Logistics, and Contractors, ensuring smooth planning and documentation workflows.
• Safeguard and manage all aircraft documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Establish and maintain work schedules for team members, ensuring all training and developmental needs are met.
• Oversee the completion and accuracy of logbook entries and related documentation.
• Assess team members’ development, ensuring the necessary training is provided.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a relevant aviation environment.
• Previous supervisory or senior team member experience is preferable.
• Ability to pass airside clearance and obtain a ZUP within Germany
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an aviation setting, focusing on aircraft technical documentation or planning.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems and components.
• Knowledge of EASA regulations, manufacturer maintenance programs, and Minimum Equipment List (MEL) usage within Maintenance Control and Planning.
• Familiarity with CAMP/MRO program requirements.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email, and web-based applications.
• Fluency in both German and English, spoken and written.

• Assist in preparing occurrence reports related to maintenance activities.
• Supervise the Process Engineering/Documentation Department (PEDD) Engineers and Planning Engineers, overseeing work order notifications, openings, control, and closure.
• Act as the main coordinator between Production, Logistics, and Contractors, ensuring smooth planning and documentation workflows.
• Safeguard and manage all aircraft documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Establish and maintain work schedules for team members, ensuring all training and developmental needs are met.
• Oversee the completion and accuracy of logbook entries and related documentation.
• Assess team members’ development, ensuring the necessary training is provided