Maintenance Planner

Overview

Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in Bethel, Emmonak, Dillingham, King Salmon, Cold Bay, Dutch Harbor, Kenai, and Anchorage, Grant Aviation provides scheduled air transport of passengers, cargo, and mail, as well as air ambulance and charter service. Grant Aviation employs approximately 400 people.

Maintenance Planner – reports to the Director of Maintenance (DOM) and supports both Maintenance and Operations by forecasting maintenance needs, coordinating aircraft scheduling, and preparing major maintenance work packages.

• Attend morning maintenance meetings to evaluate the status and needs of all company bases.
• Use and monitor Central Dispatch systems to maintain real‑time awareness of aircraft positions and status.
• Serve as primary liaison between Operations and Maintenance for aircraft needs involving both departments (e.g., ferry flights, AOG situations, aircraft repositioning).
• Predict and communicate the flow of scheduled Phase Checks, Mini Checks, and other planned maintenance/inspection events.
• Work closely with Dispatch to coordinate aircraft utilization, optimizing availability for both Maintenance and Operations.
• Perform Major Maintenance planning forecast as requested by leadership.
• Build and prepare work packages for Major Maintenance activities.
• Create forecast models for scheduled engine, propeller, and landing gear overhauls.

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with A&P ratings.
• Ability to pass a 10‑year background check and attain SIDA badge.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of FAA Regulations and Maintenance Manuals pertinent to assigned duties.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, phone and video conferencing, and etiquette.

• Competitive pay – starting at $42.50/hour, based on experience, aptitude, and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company‑paid life insurance and AD&D.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Flight benefits.
• 401(k) program.
• Employee assistance program.
• HSA for qualified plans.

Grant Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates seeking reasonable accommodation in the recruitment or employment processes should contact Human Resources at:

If this sounds like a fulfilling role for you, please submit your resume today. We would love to have you on board as soon as possible. Candidates may be subject to pre‑employment background checks and drug testing as a condition of employment.