Supply Chain - Material Planner Intern - Summer 2027

Job Description

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

The Integrated Supply Chain Material Planner manages the planning and execution of the Bill of Material (BOM) and the tactical management of the MRP system for their given program and/or product center. The Material Planner represents Supply Chain and ensures a link within and between various engineering, manufacturing & supply chain functions in support of a given program. Material Planners drive compliance requirements through documentation and validation of system output relative to program needs and requirements. The scope of this role begins with engineering identification of the need and ends when all material is positioned and ready for use by internal programs.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

The Integrated Supply Chain team has a direct impact on program success, acting as a critical chain that links the end-to-end material flow together. Our organization helps propel us forward and achieve true mission partnership.
What Youll Do:

• Develop effective program relationships, with agreed upon expectations and roles with the key program and personnel supporting the programs and business areas that they support.
• Provide leadership in managing the Material Baseline for Planning and Execution for their programs/areas, with particular focus on Material Visibility, Program Schedule, & Compliance.
• Proactive communication and management of exceptions or anomalies. This may include working part substitutions, managing planning breaks, mitigating additional risks to the program associated with program execution including non-conformances.
• Execute the technical tasks assigned to a Material Planner, including Setting demand within the required Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and communicating with Project Controls Analysts; Product Structure hierarchy: Quality Plan information regarding procurements; Parts Engineering requirements; Additional requirements planning and material plans; Maturity of product structures and making parts executable; effectively understand and utilize manufacturing tools and interfaces designed to facilitate material flow and approval.
• Provide visibility and analysis for material procurements and production schedule to program staff.
• May be a resource to new business proposal activity by estimating material costs for proposals and providing estimates of remaining material costs to existing programs.
• Identify and mitigate program risks as they pertain to material requirements.
• Drive data-based decision making.
• 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 three or more 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

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Hourly Rate: $23.25 - $30.75

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2027. We will also accept students enrolled in a graduate degree program.
• 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.
• Majors in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field preferred
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Project).
• Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and ability to teach, troubleshoot, and recommend solutions to the organization preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing multiple projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to adhere to both internal and external compliance regulations.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience working in the Aerospace & Defense industry preferred.
• Extensive experience managing material, exceptions, providing guidance, and solutions to program management preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $44724 - $60326

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.

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.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
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.