Senior Prototype Planner

Senior Prototype Planner

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Prototype Planner to join our organization. In this role, you will create and maintain a prototype plan based on forecast, inventory levels, safety stock levels, and project specific requirements while minimizing cost. As a Senior Prototype Planner, you will:

• Create and maintain the Bill of Materials from released drawings and requests, actively participate in decision points during a prototyping effort, and work with management to identify and mitigate risks throughout project execution.
• Perform diversified duties involving the coordination, issuance and control of materials for the assigned project(s) and Prototype Network.
• Analyze Oracle reports/output recommendations and release factory orders to manufacturing and assembly areas.
• Evaluate Oracle reports/output recommendations and initiate appropriate actions related to cancellation, reschedule or modification to "released" jobs in Fabrication and Assembly.
• Work with Supply Chain to expedite purchased material components shortages with the appropriate buyer.
• Participate in daily scheduled factory order status meetings to achieve 100% on time performance where possible.
• Interface closely with Build Project Lead/Prototype integration engineers to evaluate customer requirements and approve the release of materials in support of special projects and prototype builds.
• Monitor and adjust as necessary build schedules to maintain valid due dates on all orders.
• Release sufficient work to meet department earned hours' targets.
• Inform immediate supervisor of potential voids and assists in remedial actions to make adjustments.
• Participate as a team member on task forces to reduce costs, inventory levels and improve on-time delivery of products.
• Coordinate with Engineering on the release of drawings and reviews for manufacturability of parts and material requirements.
• Serve as point of contact and subject matter expert for coordination of all released engineering data and responsible for the translation of this data into usable procurement and manufacturing requirements.
• Prioritize work and coordinate with Engineering Program Managers, Team Leads, Quality, and Certification groups to achieve program efficiencies, meet established deadlines, and minimize operational impacts.
• Coordinate with the broader Prototype Network team to analyze prototyping schedules and capacity requirements. Provide timely status and expedite work around plans to preserve schedule.
• Identify relevant trends and improvement opportunities, then develop and coordinate corrective actions.
• Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to assure all duties are performed within the guidelines.
• This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years' experience working in a Prototype, Production Control, Planning or Materials group or equivalent combination of education and experience working in a prototyping or manufacturing environment
• Experience using Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Understanding Bill of Materials
• Data analysis skills using Excel
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with material planning
• Experience with build planning and tracking
• Experience with Oracle and/or MRP/ERP systems
• Experience and ability to read and understand drawings supplied by engineering
• Experience building good relationships in a team environment

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. 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.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.