Aerospace Manufacturing Planner – MRP/SAP Expert

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 day weekends every weekend

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Palmdale, CA seeks an experienced production planning professional to lead day-to-day planning, scheduling, and inventory control in a high‑volume aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes ERP/MRP management, cross‑functional collaboration with operations, engineering, and program management, and a focus on continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery, with a strong commitment to safety and mission success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in planning, scheduling, or inventory control, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience with ERP systems - SAP preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production planning and scheduling activities to ensure on-time delivery.
• Oversee material readiness and inventory accuracy, addressing gaps that could impact output.
• Drive accountability, coaching, and development of team members.
• Identify and implement continuous-improvement initiatives across planning and production support functions.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align schedules and resources.

Skills

ERP systems

SAP

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Palmdale, CA seeks an experienced production planning professional to lead day-to-day planning, scheduling, and inventory control in a high‑volume aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes ERP/MRP management, cross‑functional collaboration with operations, engineering, and program management, and a focus on continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery, with a strong commitment to safety and mission success.