Material Strategy & Programs Manager

Elbit Systems of America, LLC; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

TRICARE Supplement

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America, LLC in Charleston, SC leads the material strategy and execution for complex aerospace and defense programs, ensuring readiness, risk management, and cross-functional alignment with program management, engineering, and finance.

The role focuses on end-to-end material planning, supplier coordination, and adherence to FAR/DFARS and ITAR, while delivering accurate EAC updates and cost/schedule integration in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in materials management, supply chain, or operations in aerospace/defense or regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR, AS9100 and configuration-controlled environments.
• Experience with subcontract management and long lead material planning.
• Knowledge of earned value, EAC support, cost/schedule integration, and program financial drivers.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end material management from contract award to production, delivery, and sustainment.
• Develop and execute material strategies aligned with schedules, customer requirements, and financial objectives.
• Serve as material focal point for program reviews, customer discussions, and executive updates.
• Translate demand, schedule changes, and risk into executable supply chain plans.
• Drive material readiness for development, production, repair, and field support.

Skills

Material leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Elbit Systems of America, LLC in Charleston, SC leads the material strategy and execution for complex aerospace and defense programs, ensuring readiness, risk management, and cross-functional alignment with program management, engineering, and finance.

The role focuses on end-to-end material planning, supplier coordination, and adherence to FAR/DFARS and ITAR, while delivering accurate EAC updates and cost/schedule integration in a regulated environment.