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Facilities Plan Spec Sr
Job Description: We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner Specialist Sr. to join our team at BAE Systems in York, PA. The maintenance planner is responsible for work order management via the CMMS system, developing detailed maintenance job plans, identifying tools, resources and materials required for all planned maintenance activities and ensuring safety protocols are incorporated into all plans. The position is instrumental in optimizing equipment reliability, maximizing uptime, and contributing to overall plant safety and productivity through diligent planning and execution.
Responsibilities: • Plan and schedule maintenance activities, including labor requirements, layouts, bill of materials, and tools required • Develop detailed job plans for preventive maintenance activities, ensure safety procedures, labor requirements, materials, tools, work procedures and all necessary information to successfully perform maintenance work is encompassed • Review job plans periodically to ensure validity and accuracy • Process, review, investigate and process maintenance work orders from initiation to a Ready to Schedule or Awaiting Materials status, utilizing the CMMS system • Facilitates routine backlog review and planning prioritization meetings with stakeholders in Maintenance and Operations, and Engineering departments utilizing excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills • Produce full-scope work packets with detailed planning to prevent work errors • Identify and secure parts, special tools, and materials required for work orders • Initiate and enhance communication with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams • Continuously improving maintenance planning processes and developing the organization • Review planned work requests for accuracy and clarity, and set priorities • Partner with Facilities Engineering for in-house projects (capital or expense) to include review statement of work, determine material needs and submitting necessary procurement documents to order material • Review project plan to ensure labor estimates are accurate and include all required trades • Coordinate with affected departments to communicate machine or building outages in relation to in-house project work • Support root cause analysis on key machine failures and improves up time on critical equipment • Maintain and improve CMMS, equipment history database, and maintenance documentation • Able to be a self-starter and complete tasks with little guidance or supervision
Required Skills and Education: • 8 years of experience in industrial Maintenance Planning OR Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Electrical/Mechanical) and 4 years experience • Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) or similar software (Knowledge of Oracle and eAM is a plus.) • Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills • Detail-oriented and analytical, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement
Preferred Skills and Education: • Electrical or mechanical trade certification or experience • Ability to read schematics, drawings, and technical documents • Experience with industrial manufacturing, control systems, or similar technologies • Familiarity with NFPA and NEC electrical codes and standards • Certification in maintenance planning, such as CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional) or similar
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information: Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).