Production Control Specialist

Job Description
The Production Control Specialist is responsible for planning, scheduling, and monitoring the movement of materials from procurement through final assembly, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality aerospace components. This role requires a strong understanding of production processes, inventory control, and a commitment to maintaining compliance with stringent aerospace industry standards. You will be a critical link between Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality departments.
This is a first shift position working a 5/40 work week. There is some flexibility with start time.

* Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and material availability.
* Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods inventory levels, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
* Expedite materials and work orders as needed to meet production deadlines.
* Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
* Collaborate with Procurement to ensure timely material delivery.
* Work closely with Manufacturing to optimize production flow and minimize downtime.
* Maintain accurate records of production activities and inventory transactions within the MRP/ERP System ORACLE.
* Ensure compliance with AS9100 quality standards and all applicable FAA regulations.
* Investigate and resolve material shortages, routing issues, and other production-related problems.
* Create and maintain reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turnover, and production efficiency.
* Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
* Assist with the implementation of process improvements to enhance production control efficiency.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in production planning or control or manufacturing experience

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in production planning or control, *aerospace experience a plus*.
• Proven proficiency with Oracle.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173

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 Electronic Systems
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 its 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 teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, youll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.