Planning and Material Manager

Redwire Corporation; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space Enterprises in Goleta, CA is seeking an experienced Planning and Materials Manager to oversee inventory, production control, and manufacturing planning. The role leads a transformation of processes, drives KPI-focused improvements, and collaborates across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in operations, with 3+ years leading teams, strong master scheduling, MRP, and capacity modeling expertise, and ERP

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Operations, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing with ownership of planning, inventory, logistics, and shipping.
• 3+ years leading teams.
• Experience with master scheduling, MRP, capacity modeling, and finite scheduling in low-volume, highly engineered manufacturing.
• ERP systems experience; Deltek Costpoint or similar is beneficial but not central.
• Aerospace, defense, or other regulated environments with ISO 9001 or AS9100 familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Set a clear vision for the Planning and Materials functional group that aligns with Operations goals, then lead the team through a structured transformation of processes, roles, and KPIs.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management to translate demand, program milestones, and design changes into executable plans.
• Own the master production schedule and capacity planning to meet customer delivery dates while optimizing labor, work centers, and material availability.
• Maintain robust material control from kitting through point-of-use. Reduce shortages through accurate BOMs and effective MRP signals.
• Use ERP and related tools to enable processes and standardized reporting.
• Ensure adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems and customer requirements across planning and logistics workflows.
• Prepare for and support audits with strong records management, transaction integrity, and training evidence.

Skills

Leadership

KPI dashboards

Lean tools

Data-driven decisions

ERP literacy

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Redwire’s Goleta facility is Made for the Mission, delivering advanced power generation technologies that enable spacecraft to operate reliably across every orbit and mission profile. With proprietary designs, deep technical expertise, and large‑scale production capabilities, the team develops solar array solutions tailored to each customer’s size, power, and orbital needs. At the heart of these offerings is Redwire’s patented Roll‑Out Solar Array (ROSA), an award‑winning system that uses composite booms and modular photovoltaic blankets to create compactly stowable, highly efficient solar arrays. These mission‑proven power systems have supported successful deployments across LEO, GEO, and deep space missions, including the ISS, NASA’s IXPE mission, and NASA’s DART mission.

Summary

Redwire Space Enterprises is seeking an experienced Planning and Materials Manager to join the team in Goleta, CA. This rolewill oversee all inventory, production control, and manufacturing planning operations.

Responsibilities

• Set a clear vision for the Planning and Materials functional group that aligns with Operations goals, then lead the team through a structured transformation of processes, roles, and KPIs.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management to translate demand, program milestones, and design changes into executable plans.
• Own the master production schedule and capacity planning to meet customer delivery dates while optimizing labor, work centers, and material availability.
• Maintain robust material control from kitting through point‑of‑use. Reduce shortages through accurate BOMs and effective MRP signals.
• Use ERP and related tools to enable processes and standardized reporting.
• Ensure adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems and customer requirements across planning and logistics workflows.
• Prepare for and support audits with strong records management, transaction integrity, and training evidence.

Ideal Experience

• 8+ years in Operations, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing environments with direct ownership of planning, inventory, logistics, and shipping. 3+ years leading teams.
• Proven success building or transforming planning and logistics functions, including establishing KPIs, tiered daily management, and leader standard work.
• Deep experience with master scheduling, MRP, capacity modeling, and finite scheduling in low‑volume, highly engineered manufacturing.
• ERP proficiency as an enabler for planning and logistics processes. Deltek Costpoint or similar systems experience is beneficial but not central.
• Aerospace, defense, or other regulated, audit‑ready environments with ISO 9001 or AS9100 familiarity.

Desired Skills

• Leadership that inspires, coaches, and sets clear expectations.
• Ability to develop supervisors and future leaders while elevating team morale and performance.
• Strong analytical ability with comfort in planning parameters, data quality, and KPI dashboards. Adept at turning data into decisions and actions.
• Process design and documentation skills that produce usable, audit‑ready procedures.
• Continuous improvement mindset with practical Lean tools, problem solving, and change management.
• ERP literacy for master data, MRP signals, work order transactions, and reporting.

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Don’t meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you’re excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Pay Range

Pay range: $130,000- $165,000 per year

How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)

Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry‑specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR

This position may require access to information, materials, or technology subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). To comply with these regulations, applicants may be asked to provide documentation to verify their status as a "U.S. person" as defined under the ITAR and EAR, or their eligibility to obtain any required U.S. Government export authorization. Redwire complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act, and does not discriminate on the basis of citizenship status or national origin except as required by law.