Production Planner

Axiom Space; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dynamic Production Planner to lead the development of the Master Production Schedule for cutting-edge aerospace projects. This role involves managing the entire process from procurement to delivery, ensuring alignment with program milestones and optimizing resource allocation. You will mentor junior planners and utilize data-driven insights to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming low-Earth orbit into a thriving marketplace and making a significant impact on the future of space exploration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 10+ years of experience in production planning, preferably aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule for various programs.
• Lead cross-functional production planning reviews and manage capacity planning.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Experience in manufacturing

10+ years in production planning

Tools

Siemens Ops Center

Siemens Team Center

Job description

Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. We foster a diverse environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic person who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining the Master Production Schedule to ensure alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries across Axiom’s various production services. This role serves as the planning lead for xEVA hardware builds, managing the process from procurement through delivery while leading cross-functional planning reviews. Key responsibilities include capacity planning, risk mitigation, ERP/MRP system integration, and scenario modeling to support critical path decisions. The Production Planner also mentors junior team members, collaborates with leadership to optimize resource allocation, and delivers data-driven insights to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across Axiom’s programs for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries

• Serve as the planning focal for xEVA hardware builds, from procurement through delivery

• Lead cross-functional production planning reviews and status meetings

• Own capacity planning, make/buy decisions, and scenario modeling to inform critical path strategies

• Drive proactive risk management by identifying and resolving bottlenecks and delays

• Integrate planning activities within ERP/MRP/MES systems, ensuring configuration integrity

• Mentor junior planners and support their professional development

• Collaborate with leadership to optimize build sequencing and resource allocation

• Track production KPIs, generate dashboards, and deliver planning insights

• Analyze production data to optimize lead times, reduce waste, and improve efficiency

• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management or related field

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly and testing of critical hardware

• 10+ years of production planning or project management experience preferably in the aerospace field

• Experience with Siemen’s Ops Center and Team Center highly preferred

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed scheduling decisions

• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail

• Experience working in an Agile work environment preferred

Essential Functions

• Work Environment: Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task

Requirements

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)

• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)

• Equipment and Machines

• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.)

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skill

• Excellent communication skill, verbal and written

• Excellent organizational skills

• Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Self-motivated

LIT Principles

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following principles:

Leadership

• Integrity First

• Safety Always

• Transcend

• Excellence

Innovation

• Create

• Iterate

• Disrupt

• Bold

Teamwork

• Together

• Unstoppable

• Humility

• Relentless

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.