Lead Production Control Planner

Leidos; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Production Control Planner in Huntsville, AL to coordinate multi-project production planning, resolve schedule and material conflicts, and maintain ERP data accuracy. You will mentor junior planners and provide advanced analysis to support manufacturing execution and delivery performance.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, utilizing Deltek Costpoint and MRP to drive on-time delivery in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 2-4 years of experience in production planning, materials coordination, or manufacturing operations with increasing responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Deltek Costpoint preferred).
• Advanced experience interpreting and executing MRP action messages and resolving material/schedule exceptions
• Experience managing multi-level manufacturing BOMs in a complex, project-driven environment.
• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Intermediate level with Microsoft Excel
• Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment.
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
• Preferred Qualifications: Deltek Costpoint MRP experience; Background in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Make-to-Order (MTO); Windchill PLM software; project-based inventory management; Advanced skill level with Excel and/or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning activities across multiple integration projects, balancing capacity, materials, and schedule requirements.
• Monitor and control work order execution, proactively resolving shortages, engineering changes, and priority conflicts.
• Interpret, prioritize, and execute MRP action messages to adjust procurement, rescheduling, and work order release decisions.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, Line of Balance (LOB) charts, and milestone tracking.
• Provide production control expertise in cross-functional meetings with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Ensure ERP system accuracy (Deltek Costpoint preferred) for all assigned programs, including work order, WIP, and inventory management.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and status updates for leadership and program stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide Production Control Planner I/II team members, providing training and knowledge sharing.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for planning processes, KPIs, and reporting tools.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, AS9100 standards, and government regulations.

Skills

MRP experience

ERP systems

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Cross‑functional teamwork

BOM management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Supply Chain/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Windchill PLM

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Production Control Planner in Huntsville, AL to coordinate multi-project production planning, resolve schedule and material conflicts, and maintain ERP data accuracy. You will mentor junior planners and provide advanced analysis to support manufacturing execution and delivery performance.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, utilizing Deltek Costpoint and MRP to drive on-time delivery in a