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Aircraft Maintenance Planner

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Program summary

Join Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Regional Jet (MHIRJ) and their industry partner HQ Aero in their Aircraft Maintenance Planner Apprenticeship Program. The Program will assist transitioning military members into the FAA flight standards world of Part 145 facility. The Program will provide structured curriculum and hands on training, helping you work toward obtaining a certification. MHIRJ is seeking individuals with strong troubleshooting skills and communication skills; someone who is mechanically curious while adhering to safety standards. Also, once you have completed training, individuals can continue at MHIRJ as a planner or perhaps move into a Supervisor role. There are a wealth of opportunities at MHIRJ and we will help get you there.

Roles & job description

An aircraft planner is a professional who develops and manages schedules for aircraft maintenance, ensuring airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness. Key responsibilities include tracking maintenance records, coordinating with maintenance teams and vendors, managing part procurement, and optimizing schedules to minimize downtime while adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards

Additional notes

Tucson Airport

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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