Trainee Production Controller Aircraft Jobs (NOW HIRING)

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Production Controller is responsible for direct coordination of material, parts, and production flow in support of aircraft structural modification programs, specifically heavy modification of aircraft components such as pylons and major assemblies.

This role is focused on material readiness, parts accountability, and milestone execution within a hangar/manufacturing environment-not flight operations. The position requires hands-on coordination with production teams to ensure work packages are fully supported, material shortages are proactively mitigated, and schedule commitments are met.

This position serves as a daily integrator between Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Backshops, and Program Management to drive on-time, first-time quality execution.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate daily production control activities in support of aircraft modification and manufacturing operations.

• Monitor and track parts requirements, shortages, purchase requests, and delivery status to support scheduled production milestones.

• Maintain accountability and visibility of parts, kits, consumables, and government-furnished property (GFP/GFE) assigned to programs.

• Interface with Supply Chain, Buyers, Warehouse, Backshops, and Production Leads to expedite critical material needs.

• Update internal databases and tracking systems with production status, milestone completions, labor progress, and material readiness.

• Coordinate movement of parts and assemblies between hangars, work centers, and backshops to support workflow.

• Assist with inventory validation, excess material disposition, and reconciliation of project closeout materials.

• Generate recurring reports on production status, shortages, milestone completion, and readiness metrics.

• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and quality standards such as AS9100.

• Support continuous improvement efforts related to schedule adherence, first-time yield, and material flow.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position may coordinate priorities across multiple departments but does not normally have direct reports unless specifically assigned.

• Provides daily guidance to production teams regarding schedule priorities and material status.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Direct experience in aviation production control within a modification, depot, or heavy maintenance environment (REQUIRED)

• Strong understanding of material flow, kitting, and shortage management in a hangar or manufacturing setting

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical data packages (TDPs), routers, and bills of material (BOMs)

• Working knowledge of aircraft structural work (sheet metal, assemblies, modifications)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, reporting, and data management

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Costpoint and maintenance tracking systems such as OOMA or similar

• Strong ability to prioritize work in a high-tempo environment with shifting requirements

• Ability to identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface daily with supervisors, planners, QA, and leadership

• High level of attention to detail and accountability for data accuracy and material control

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 5+ years of experience in aviation production control, maintenance control, or material control within a modification or depot environment

• Hands-on experience supporting aircraft modification programs (not strictly flightline operations)

• Experience with government contracts and property accountability (GFE/GFP)

• Demonstrated experience managing material shortages, kitting, and schedule-driven production environments

• Ability to obtain and maintain access to government facilities and/or security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience supporting aircraft structural modification programs (pylons, airframe structures, major assemblies)

• Prior experience in DoD aviation maintenance or modification contracts

• Familiarity with AS9100 quality environments and audit expectations

• Experience working within integrated product teams (Production, QA, Engineering, Supply Chain)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

A fast-paced multi-tasking customer service-oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities. Overtime may be required.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
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