Strategic Planning & Materials Manager

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

Job summary

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

Grow with us as we lead a structured transformation of processes, KPIs, and staffing. You will own the master production schedule, coordinate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management, and ensure ISO/AS9100 compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Operations, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing environments with direct ownership of planning, inventory, logistics, and shipping.
• 3+ years leading teams.
• 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 is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Set a clear vision for the Planning and Materials group and lead a structured transformation of processes, roles, and KPIs.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management to translate demand, 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.

Job description

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

Grow with us as we lead a structured transformation of processes, KPIs, and staffing. You will own the master production schedule, coordinate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management, and ensure ISO/AS9100 compliance and audit readiness.