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PDS Defense, Inc. in SeaTac, WA is seeking a Manufacturing Planner 3 to develop and maintain manufacturing plans, BOMs, and work instructions for complex builds.
You will collaborate with suppliers, logistics, and design teams to meet cost and schedule targets while reviewing drawings and data for build readiness.
SeaTac, WA
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Planner 3, in SeaTac, WA.
Position Type: Associate - W2
Duration: 26
Shift: 1
Pay Rate: $42 - $47/hr
Develops, implements and maintains various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials, work instructions and illustrations to define and document as-built configuration.
Assists with development and integration of suppliers, processes, materials, data and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery requirements.
Assists in reviewing supplier data to ensure manufacturing related requirements are met.
Assists in providing input to design, manufacturing processes and manufacturing technologies to meet cost and schedules.
Assists in the review, maintenance and monitoring of internal documents.
Interrogation of 787 LWG and IVT models for part identification and build requirements.
Review and interpret 2D legacy drawings for part identification and build requirements.
Work closely with supplier management, logistics specialist and purchase agents to coordinate part acquisition.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in ME planning, repairs & modifications, or other related work experience.
Willing to be in rotational on-call schedule and work overtime as needed to support repair station (weekday and weekend).
Ability to apply existing skills, learn post-production repair planning and contribute with minimum supervision.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings to stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and implement changes in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with build plans and repair/nonconformance planning.
Experience with any and all aircraft commodities (Structures, Electrical, Tubing, Interiors, Etc.)
Experience with CMES, PDM, CAPP, REDARS, STEPS, SAP
AA degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).
Minimum Security Clearance:
No Clearance
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance