Entry-Level Weapons Production Planner – Scheduling & Supply

Textron; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one health and wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance for eligible

Retirement savings options

Job summary

Textron is seeking a 2027 Production Planner (Weapons) in Wilmington, MA to build and control the production schedule, coordinate the internal and external supply chain, and ensure on-time delivery of finished goods.

You will advise management on WIP status, material availability, and schedule risks, while monitoring alignment and resolving constraints with IPTs. This entry-level role offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and growth opportunities within Textron’s defense business.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field or less than 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, MRP software, PowerPoint, MS Projects, EMatrix.
• Experience with ERP Software, Oracle preferred.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and control the Production Schedule; coordinate internal & external supply chain to ensure on-time delivery of finished goods.
• Advise management on status of work in progress, material availability, potential production or capacity issues, and risks to the schedule.
• Monitor internal and external supply chain alignment; identify and resolve constraints; prepare work orders and purchase requisitions.
• Review and communicate supply vs. demand imbalances to Program Manager; provide input to S&OP process.
• Play an integral role on IPTs interfacing with internal customers on a regular basis.
• Schedule and expedite movement of materials via move orders, stock transfers, and shipping requests.
• Support Product Manager / Account Manager with program work completion dates and risks.
• Analyze pegging reports and lead time analyses to identify critical path constraints.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

MRP software

PowerPoint

MS Projects

EMatrix

Oracle ERP

Job description

Textron is seeking a 2027 Production Planner (Weapons) in Wilmington, MA to build and control the production schedule, coordinate the internal and external supply chain, and ensure on-time delivery of finished goods.

You will advise management on WIP status, material availability, and schedule risks, while monitoring alignment and resolving constraints with IPTs. This entry-level role offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and growth opportunities within Textron’s defense business.