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Base Maintenance Planner (NJUS)

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Date Posted

August 29, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

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Locations

Columbus, Ohio

Application Deadline

September 28, 2026

Description

Join the NetJets Team

NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. Discover why NetJets is the ultimate career destination, offering exceptional benefits and growth opportunities.

Purpose of Position

The Base Maintenance Planner plans scheduled maintenance to reduce the impact of aircraft maintenance, maximizing event yields while minimizing downtime and cost. Coordinates planning activities with Flight Operations, Base Station Managers, Suppliers, Materials, MCC, and Line Planning. Plans maintenance events around peak period flight periods to provide aircraft availability to meet operational needs. Ensures that all maintenance requirements are complied with in accordance with NetJets Approved Aircraft Inspection Programs, Continuous Inspection Programs, or Regulatory Requirements and company requirements.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Creates, maintains, and publishes the long term base maintenance plan (0 to 12 months) that meets operational needs while maximizing yield and reducing cost, while providing maximum aircraft availability.
  • Plans and schedules both short and long term maintenance requirements, time-limited component changes, while working closely with Line Planning to plan Deferred Maintenance Items.
  • Develops work packages for NetJets designated Maintenance Base Stations, taking into account requirements such as maintenance skills, tools, materials, available man-hours, and ground time.
  • Acts as a single point of contact for coordination with designated Base Stations to ensure aircraft requiring maintenance tasks are properly planned for and communicated with third party maintenance providers.
  • Reviews scheduled maintenance program for opportunities to improve planning, including task escalation, optimizing repairs, and fleet campaigns.
  • Monitors inspection interval utilization, communicates and resolves potential scheduling with Master Schedulers, and carries out aircraft improvements in accordance with warranty coverage. Provides feedback on fleet compliance and inspection programs.
  • Completes additional projects, campaigns, and initiatives as required to enhance company or department goals which directly affect financial and operational metrics.

Note:

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.

Education

Associate's in Aviation

Certifications and Licenses

No specific certifications listed.

Years of Experience

2-4 years of experience

Core Competencies

Service-Oriented, Curiosity, Collaboration, Adaptability, Strives For Positive Results

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)

  • A working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Outlook, Business Objects, Maintenance Manuals, Planning & Forecasting Techniques, and NetJets Maintenance tracking system.
  • Desirable but not required: FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Certificate and/or 4 College Year Degree in Business or Aviation-related fields.

How NetJets Supports You

NetJets is proud to provide a variety of attractive benefits to our employees, including many at no cost. Employees have access to no cost options including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, with access to robust networks of nationwide providers. NetJets offers benefits so you can LIVEWELL—a comprehensive package to support your mind, body, and life.

Our comprehensive suite of benefits includes:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Healthcare Advocacy
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
  • Wellness Programs & Discounts
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave of Absence
  • Life and Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary benefits (financial protection plans)
  • 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute matched by NetJets
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Legal Plan
  • Identity Theft Protection Plans
  • Pet Insurance
  • Family & Caregiving Support

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Columbus, Ohio

What aviation pay actually covers in Columbus — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$65,327
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Median Home Value
$234,500
Gasoline (1 gal)
$4
Restaurant Meal
$15.47
Milk (1 L)
$0.95
Eggs (dozen)
$1.88

Rent runs about 22.5% of median income in Columbus affordable by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.