Planner II with Security Clearance

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness. CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed. What We Have to Offer: Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun! Summary An Integrated Planning & Control Planner is responsible for coordinating material planning, production planning, and contractual logistics support to ensure operational execution aligns with the program & customer requirements. They analyze demand, develop integrated schedules, manage program inventory levels, and monitor progress to keep plans on track. The role includes coordination across functions i.e.; engineering, manufacturing/production, supply chain, logistics, and material management teams to balance resources, mitigate risks, and support on-time delivery and cost objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsible for ensuring that all required materials and services are efficiently processed through supply chain in a manner that supports program/project identified integration dates. The candidate will be responsible for developing and utilizing metrics for continued performance measurement and process improvement Build logistics support plans aligned with program schedules and life-cycle requirements Coordinate Logistics for maintenance cycles, repairs, spares, and sustainment activities Manage inventory levels to meet contractual service levels while minimizing cost Prepares the necessary documentation for items being shipped out of plant Expedites items being shipped to customer sites and/or vendors Advise program management of the hardware status for work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems Confirm material supply and demands using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system, prepare purchase requisitions and manufacturing orders of material based on a manufacturing/production schedule and inventory requirements. Analyze demand signals, material forecasts, production schedules, and historical data to determine material needs Monitor and control material and labor budgeted cost as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) in accordance with program and organizational financial requirements Supply raw material requirements and scheduling needs from engineering specifications, production schedules and coordinates material movement with purchasing, warehouse, and production. Understanding of Bill of Materials (BOMs) along with a solid knowledge of Engineering Technical Data (drawings, specs, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and production schedules Extracts various reports from internal business systems to evaluate priorities Interfaces continuously with Mechanical Engineers (MEs), Industrial Engineers (IEs), Program Schedulers, Operation Program Managers (OPMs), and Subcontract Program Managers (SPMs) to determine changes to existing production schedules, material requirements, and manufacturing orders. Communicates within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.) when necessary. Explains, interprets, and gains cooperation on policies, procedures and practices. The candidate will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with the Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS) DFAR requirement within CAE USA. Professional with strong knowledge of job area and broad knowledge of project management. Manages complex projects and processes with general oversight. Associates Business or Technical Degree in a closely related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience in Production Planning, Material Planning, Supply Chain or related functions. Experience in Aerospace/Aviation Production Planning, Material Planning, Manufacturing or Simulation environment, preferred. Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience with MRP and ERP systems Experience with DFAR, MMAS, and AS9100 compliance Security Responsibilities Must comply all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Work Environment Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed, including occasional weekends. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc... Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must have ability to sit for long periods of time May be required to climb stairs. Ability to operate a personal computer and communicate via e-mail/telephone. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws. Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Data Privacy Privacy Statement | CAE As part of our process, we may use AI-supported tools to help review applications, with human decision-making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr CAE USA