Lead, Production Planning

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Lead, Materials Planning to oversee ERP/MRP driven material flow for the new AMF facility. You will guide schedules, coordinate with Assembly, Engineering, Program, and Procurement, and drive planning improvements in a fast, technical environment.

Qualified candidates bring deep Oracle ERP/MRP experience, leadership capabilities, and the ability to travel up to 25% as needed. U.S. security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of related experience or graduate degree with 7+ years, or 13+ years without a degree.
• Deep knowledge of Oracle ERP/MRP systems (Maestro) and MRP functionality.
• Experience leading factory performance improvements and enhancement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute manufacturing schedules using Oracle ERP; release requisitions and shop orders.
• Identify material shortages and coordinate mitigation actions to support schedule.
• Track materials across assembly and test areas and coordinate with cross‑functional teams.
• Interface with Master Schedulers to support Master Schedule and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Materials planning

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Delmia

QLIK

Power BI

Maestro (Oracle)

Job description

Job Title: Lead, Production Planning

Job Code: 45598

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

L3Harris is a leader in aerospace and defense propulsion technologies supporting domestic and international customers. Our Missile Propulsion Systems business provides solid and liquid propulsion solutions, including advanced tactical propulsion. We are seeking a Lead, Materials Planning to support operations at our new state‑of‑the‑art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) in Huntsville, AL, responsible for composite rocket motor hardware fabrication and assembly.

In this role, you will lead materials planning execution and analysis across production and development programs. You will serve as a key resource for systems, processes, and best practices while collaborating daily with Assembly, Engineering, Program, and Procurement teams. The position also partners with other MRP analysts to assess requirements, troubleshoot complex issues, and support planning continuity. This role requires advanced experience with ERP/MRP systems and the ability to operate in a highly technical, fast‑paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Use the ERP system (Oracle) to plan and execute manufacturing schedules, analyze and verify MBOMs, and release requisitions and shop orders for both dependent and independent demand requirements.
• Identify material shortages, coordinate mitigation actions, and support schedule execution across fabrication, assembly, and test activities.
• Track raw materials and finished parts throughout assembly and shop areas; coordinate with cross‑functional teams to support schedule commitments.
• Interface with Program and Master Schedulers to support the Master Schedule, resolve conflicts across programs, and communicate schedule impacts and recovery actions.
• Conduct analysis with the Materials Planning team to evaluate schedule disruptions and recommend improvements to avoid future impacts.
• Serve as the focal point for Materials Planning best practices, training, troubleshooting complex issues, and developing tools/processes that enhance consistency and performance across the team.
• Train other Centers of Excellence (COEs) on process updates, system usage, and planning changes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Ability to travel up to 25%

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; OR Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; OR in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• In‑depth knowledge and experience with Oracle ERP/MRP systems (Maestro), with ability to function as a subject‑matter expert in Materials Requirements Planning functionality.
• Experience serving as a peer leader with demonstrated success in improving factory performance and completing enhancement initiatives.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience developing tools or dashboards in partnership with Business Intelligence teams.
• Experience with Delmia systems, QLIK tools, and Power BI.
• Ability to perform manual analysis using various data formats.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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