Senior Program Material Planner – Space Systems

Trident Systems Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Disability benefits

Job summary

Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) division in Sterling, VA seeks a Program Material Planner to own program material planning and readiness. You will translate schedules, BOMs, inventory, and demand signals into executable plans, guiding procurement and manufacturing teams to maintain cadence.

Responsibilities include coordinating with program managers, leading readiness reviews, and driving recovery actions for shortages. Strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field with strong SCM foundations.
• Minimum 4 years in material planning, production planning, or related roles.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage demand, supply, and planning data.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary Supply Chain contact for material readiness and risks.
• Own program material interface across Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Program Management.
• Provide direction to team members supporting material planning and shortage resolution.
• Analyze schedules, forecasts, BOMs, inventory, and lead times to build material plans.
• Lead material readiness reviews and coordinate recovery actions with suppliers.
• Align production schedules and material movement with site teams.

Skills

Material planning

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Cross-functional coordination

Communication of status

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Dynamics NAV/BC

ERP/MRP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) division in Sterling, VA seeks a Program Material Planner to own program material planning and readiness. You will translate schedules, BOMs, inventory, and demand signals into executable plans, guiding procurement and manufacturing teams to maintain cadence.

Responsibilities include coordinating with program managers, leading readiness reviews, and driving recovery actions for shortages. Strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills are essential.