Principal Planner-Defense Programs

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); Vor Ort; USD 101.000 - 131.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Life and disability insurance

Zusammenfassung

Leonardo DRS is hiring a Principal Planner to join our Germantown, MD team on-site. The ideal candidate brings at least eight years of planning experience in the aerospace or defense industry, and will develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) aligned with capacity, materials, and contract requirements.

You will collaborate with production, materials, and program offices, maintain MPS files, monitor shipments, and lead lower-level planners as needed, ensuring a smooth progression

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years demonstrated experience.
• Solid understanding of business processes and functional inter-relationships.
• Strong background in project material management.
• Extensive experience in production planning.
• Skilled in the use of Excel, Excel Pivot Tables, Power Point, Word, as well as Sharepoint.
• Excellent understanding of MRP systems.

Aufgaben

• Create the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on production capacity, materials availability and contractual requirements.
• Obtain agreement from production, materials and program office before execution of the MPS.
• Maintain the MPS files.
• Ensure closeout of old programs/jobs to include the disposition of all requisition, purchase orders and residual inventory.
• Monitor shipping performance to MPS and contract and create tracking reports.
• Track and report the number of changes to each MPS.
• Interfacing with contracts, planning, master scheduling and production creates and maintain the Internal Operating Plan (IOP).
• May lead lower-level planners by communicating work priorities; provide technical assistance; verify accuracy of work.
• Ensure product is moving from production to packaging to shipping.
• Create reports that show actual shipments against projections.
• Work closely with manufacturing to establish and evolve a stable manufacturing schedule.
• Improve current system, functions, and daily operations to more effectively meet goals.
• Responsible for rescheduling daily delivery requirements if problems require a re-plan to meet internal needs and contractual obligations.
• Consolidate demand for purchase requisitions.
• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company.

Kenntnisse

Production scheduling

Excel

Pivot Tables

PowerPoint

Word

SharePoint

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MRP systems

Jobbeschreibung

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Location:

Germantown, MD, US, 20876

Job ID: 115830

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies
Location: Germantown, MD
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st Shift

Job Summary

DRS RADA Technologies is hiring a Principal Planner to join our team on-site in Germantown, MD. The ideal candidate brings at least eight years of planning experience in the aerospace or defense industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Create the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on production capacity, materials availability and contractual requirements
• Obtain agreement from production, materials and program office before execution of the MPS
• Maintain the MPS files
• Ensure closeout of old programs/jobs to include the disposition of all requisition, purchase orders and residual inventory
• Monitor shipping performance to MPS and contract and create tracking reports
• Track and report the number of changes to each MPS
• Interfacing with contracts, planning, master scheduling and production creates and maintain the Internal Operating Plan (IOP)
• May lead lower-level planners by communicating work priorities; provide technical assistance; verify accuracy of work
• Ensure product is moving from production to packaging to shipping
• Create reports that show actual shipments against projections
• Work closely with manufacturing to establish and evolve a stable manufacturing schedule
• Improve current system, functions, and daily operations to more effectively meet goals
• Responsible for rescheduling daily delivery requirements if problems require a re-plan to meet internal needs and contractual obligations
• Consolidate demand for purchase requisitions
• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years demonstrated experience
• Solid understanding of business processes and functional inter-relationships
• Strong background in project material management
• Extensive experience in production planning
• Skilled in the use of Excel, Excel Pivot Tables, Power Point, Word, as well as Sharepoint
• Excellent understanding of MRP systems

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $101,098.00/year-$131,427.00/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.