Manufacturing Support Team Member/MRP Planner - Level 3

Lockheed Martin; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Littleton, CO is seeking a level 3 Material Requirements Planner (MRP) to join our fast-paced, team-based manufacturing environment. You will coordinate parts availability, forecast demand, and manage material flow using SAP ERP and the ASRS to meet program milestones.

You will drive continuous-improvement initiatives, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver training in core manufacturing skills while tracking schedules and mitigating risks to keep programs on time.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing operations (production planning, material management, or process improvement).
• Strong analytical skills with Excel, data visualization, and KPI tracking.
• Proficient in SAP for parts forecasting, inventory, and order management.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to work location.

Responsibilities

• Track and meet critical program dates, milestone deliverables, and launch schedules.
• Generate and maintain accurate parts forecasts in SAP, ensuring alignment with production demands.
• Manage part replenishment and inventory levels through the ASRS, coordinating inbound/outbound movements.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Scheduling, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Develop daily and weekly production plans, monitor execution, and adjust priorities as needed.
• Conduct root-cause analysis of material shortages or bottlenecks and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

KPI tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

SAP

ASRS

Job description

Standard Job Description

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

Standard Job Description

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Our facility in Littleton, CO has an immediate opportunity for a level 3 Material Requirements Planner (MRP) to join our mission. As our MRP you will provide critical support to production, business, and cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced, team‑based manufacturing environment. The role ensures that program milestones and key delivery dates are met by coordinating parts availability, forecasting, and material flow using the Automated Storage & Retrieval System (ASRS) and SAP ERP. You will also drive continuous‑improvement initiatives, facilitate self‑directed work teams, and deliver training in core manufacturing skills.

Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will...

• Track and meet critical program dates, milestone deliverables, and launch schedules.
• Proactively identify schedule risks and implement corrective actions to keep programs on‑track.Materials Planning & Forecasting
• Generate and maintain accurate parts forecasts in SAP, ensuring alignment with production demands.
• Manage part replenishment and inventory levels through the ASRS, coordinating inbound/outbound movements.Stakeholder Coordination
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Scheduling, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to confirm that the right parts are delivered at the right time.
• Production Planning & Control
• Develop daily and weekly production plans, monitor execution, and adjust priorities as needed.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis of material shortages or bottlene‑downs and drive corrective actions.

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Basic Qualifications

• 3‑5years of experience in a manufacturing operations environment (production planning, material management, or process improvement)
• Strong analytical skills (Excel, data visualization, KPI tracking).
• Proficient in SAP for parts forecasting, inventory, and order management
• Due to work location requirements, U.S. citizenship is required

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
• Prior experience with ASRS for parts forecasting, inventory, and order management
• Strong communication skills to partner with production, manufacturing engineering, supply‑chain, purchasing, and finance.
• Experience managing multiple, concurrent planning projects

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.