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Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Sr Supply Chain Planning Specialist Level 4 or 5 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in one of these AS locations, El Segundo, CA, Palmdale, CA, or San Diego, CA.
Essential Functions:
Defines and develops material strategy.
Responsible for the assessment of supply chain resources; aggregates and prioritizes demand requirements.
Develops, coordinates, and executes material forecasting and delivery schedule.
Participates in make/buy process, long-term capacity and resource planning; product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management and product-line management.
Lead affordability, cost savings, and/or process improvement strategies.
Analyzes purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools.
Monitors inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements.
Creates/reduces supply requirements based on inventory adjustments.
Participates in long-term capacity and resource planning to ensure proper scheduling of new product line phase-ins as well as existing product line phase-outs.
Interfaces with Source process area regarding inventory levels, working capital and other areas as needed.
Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts.
Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
Supports manufacturing production line, providing planned and unplanned requirements in an expedited manner.
Collaborate cross functionally with supplier quality, engineering, quality, production and other support functions.
Prioritize and communicate impacts of current and potential material shortages.
Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 4)
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience, a Master Degree and 6 years of experience, or a PhD with 4 years experience. Experience must be in supply chain, procurement, logistics or another relevant field.
Proficient with Microsoft Suite with an emphasis on Excel and Power Point.
Active U.S Government Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (after starting).
Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 5)
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience, a Master Degree and 10+ years of experience, or a PhD with 8+ years experience. Experience must be in supply chain, procurement, logistics or another relevant field.
Proficient with Microsoft Suite with an emphasis on Excel and Power Point.
Active U.S Government Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (after starting).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with ERP system, specifically SAP desired.
Experience in Aerospace Manufacturing.
MES Program Experience.
Experience working knowledge in production planning process.
Working knowledge with Total Quality Management and/or, Procurement, and/or Supplier Quality Assurance.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must have developed organizational skills and the ability to handle multi-tasking.
Self-motivated and able to work as a teammate and independently.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience, master's degree and 6 years, or PhD and 4 years for Level 4
- Bachelor's degree and 12 or more years of relevant experience, master's degree and 10 or more years, or PhD and 8 or more years for Level 5
- Experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or a related field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Active U.S. Government Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain Program Special Access
- Experience with an ERP system, preferably SAP
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing
- Manufacturing Execution System (MES) program experience
- Working knowledge of production planning processes
- Working knowledge of Total Quality Management, procurement, or supplier quality assurance
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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