Production Planner II

About the role

BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems’ Westminster, Colorado location develops and produces state-of-the-art EO/IR technologies. We are seeking a skilled Production Planner to join our Manufacturing & Test Operations team within the Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings for identification of parts, materials, and tooling needs.
• Avoidance of material/part shortages or delays and expedite as required to eliminate project schedule impacts.
• Procure material via purchase requisitions.
• Pull material from inventory locations to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Work internal or supplier material issues.
• Identify long lead procurement and fabrication needs.
• Cook logistics for deliverables directly to the customer.
• Coordinate continuous improvement projects and identify learning opportunities.
• Provide material and manufacturing status reports.
• Effectively work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and/or external suppliers.
• Maintain strict adherence to business process and government compliance.
• May work with internal and external auditing entities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment

This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 1 year or more related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience supporting product lifecycles in a Transition stage (between Development and Rate Production).
• Experience supporting government contract work.