Planning Transition Lead (Fixed-Term)

Collins Aerospace; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Singapore is seeking a Production Planner to lead end-to-end planning, scheduling and execution for transfers, FAI and ramp-up within a tightly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.

You will coordinate with multiple functions to ensure material readiness, optimize capacity, and maintain SAP data while supporting continuous improvement across planning processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP.
• Strong analytical/problem-solving and Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning, scheduling and execution to support transfers, FAI, and ramp-up.
• Review and release production orders, shop papers and job instructions.
• Coordinate with Operations, Materials, Engineering, Supply Chain and Procurement.
• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet delivery commitments.
• Generate material forecasts and planned orders for MRP.
• Support capacity and long-range planning activities.
• Assist NPI, work transfer, and site transition programs through planning and execution.
• Maintain SAP planning master data including lead times, lot sizes and safety stock.
• Support deployment of SAP, APS, MES and other Industry 4.0 systems.
• Analyze demand, supply, inventory and capacity trends; drive corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Country: Singapore

Location: SG-01-SINGAPORE-009 9 Seletar Aerospace Link SELETAR LINK

Position Role Type: Onsite

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning, scheduling, and execution activities to support work transfer, First Article Inspection (FAI), and production ramp-up programs.
• Review, release, and manage production orders, shop papers, job instructions, and engineering documentation to support manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with Operations, Materials, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Procurement teams to ensure material, capacity, tooling, and resource readiness.
• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer delivery commitments while balancing capacity and inventory requirements.
• Generate material forecasts and planned orders to support MRP planning and inventory optimization.
• Drive capacity planning, hours planning, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Latest Estimate (LE), and Long-Range Planning (LRP) activities.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), work transfer, and site transition programs through effective planning and execution management.
• Maintain SAP planning master data and ensure planning parameter accuracy, including lead times, lot sizes, safety stock, yield, and scrap factors.
• Support deployment and continuous improvement of SAP, APS, MES, and digital manufacturing systems.
• Analyze demand, supply, inventory, and capacity trends to identify risks and drive corrective actions.
• Serve as the planning focal point for cross-functional stakeholders and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve delivery performance, inventory health, and planning effectiveness.

What You Will Learn

• Aerospace manufacturing operations and industrialization processes within a highly regulated environment.
• End-to-end production planning, supply chain management, and manufacturing execution in a global aerospace organization.
• Work transfer and capability ramp-up methodologies supporting new product introduction and site expansion initiatives.
• Capacity planning, inventory optimization, demand management, and Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes.
• SAP Production Planning (PP), MRP, APS, MES, and other Industry 4.0 digital manufacturing technologies.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• Qualifications We Prefer
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as SAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.