Material Planner

Job Summary General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first‑of‑a‑kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA‑EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Material Planner to join our Material Control group located in Rancho Bernardo, CA. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for providing material planning support and administration for research‑related or production projects of moderate scope, including analysis reporting, expediting, and purchasing. The planner advises management of the status of work in progress and identifies potential project problems. Duties and Responsibilities Plan and administer tasks of major research or production projects, including scheduling, budgeting, performance monitoring, analysis, reporting, expediting, personnel planning and purchasing under guidance of experienced planning or project managers. Provide planning administration to various tasks/projects, including scheduling, budgeting, performance monitoring, analysis, reporting, expediting, personnel planning, purchasing and other duties as assigned. Keep management informed of potential schedule or fiscal problems by tracking, reviewing and evaluating plans, schedules and budgets. Analyze task/project cost and or schedule variances and inform management. Provide manpower resource planning and allocation. Input for developing efficient systems and methods to identify, plan and schedule overall organizational tasks and objectives. Work with project management and task leaders to develop project organization (work breakdown structure), schedules, budgets and reporting. Interface with operating and support groups (Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, QA) to collect data for preparation of schedules and reports as well as provide status reports to internal and external contacts. Work in close coordination with outside fabricators and processors. Possibly provide work directions to professional staff and/or support personnel. Observe all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Work safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional functions: other duties assigned or required. The company operates on a 9×80 schedule with every other Friday off. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Qualifications Typical requirement: B.S. in Business Administration with emphasis in Planning, Engineering, Production Control or related discipline and six or more years progressive experience in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and performance measurement. Equivalent experience may substitute for education. Comprehensive understanding of planning principles, theories and concepts as well as ability to understand accounting and manufacturing systems in a research or production environment and apply advanced planning tools and techniques. Maintain a balanced focus between external and internal customer requirements and possess: The ability to develop and communicate new concepts and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. Ability to organize, schedule and coordinate work phases. Ability to determine the appropriate approach at the project level and provide innovative solutions to moderately complex technical problems. Organizational skills to maintain flow of work within the unit. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal employees and external representatives and to accurately document, report and present. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Knowledge of computer operations and applications such as word processing and spreadsheets. Ability to obtain TS or SCI security clearance to support classified programs. Ability to work independently and lead in a team environment. Ability to work extended hours as required. Job Type: Full‑Time, Salary Salary range: $73,700 – $128,780. #J-18808-Ljbffr General Atomics