Launch Operations Planner for Space Manufacturing

Telemetry Today LLC; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior Production Planner to keep plans aligned with build tempo for rockets and spacecraft. You will own MRP supply, release work orders, and coordinate with Production to ensure materials meet schedules with minimal blockers.

You’ll drive continuous improvement across production, test, and launch, partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Finance to optimize lead times and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum proven experience in production planning and expediting materials.
• Experience with clear-to-build reviews and blocker removal.
• Knowledge of master data management and batch processing.
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems and Excel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own MRP supply and fulfilment planning, releasing work orders to Production and kit requests to Inventory.
• Run clear‑to‑build reviews and remove blockers so Production can build without delay.
• Report on material position through line of balance, shortage, and clear‑to‑build reports.
• Prioritize and expedite subassemblies to keep integration timelines on track.
• Keep MRP part master data and configuration accurate.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and Finance to manage schedules and lead times.
• Drive continuous improvement across production, test, and launch.

Skills

Production planning

Clear-to-build reviews

Master data management

MRP/ERP systems

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

MS Office

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior Production Planner to keep plans aligned with build tempo for rockets and spacecraft. You will own MRP supply, release work orders, and coordinate with Production to ensure materials meet schedules with minimal blockers.

You’ll drive continuous improvement across production, test, and launch, partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Finance to optimize lead times and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.