Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
The MP&L Kitting role is responsible for material planning, inventory accuracy, and kitting execution to support Engineering, Assembly, Test, and Program delivery at Technical Directions Inc. This role ensures the right material, in the right configuration, at the right time is available to support production and test execution.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, MP&L & Kitting serves as the execution bridge between MRP requirements and shop-floor Schedule, maintaining inventory integrity, traceability, and kitting discipline in accordance with AS9100D and internal standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Material Planning & Readiness
Execute material planning activities aligned with MRP, production schedules, and program priorities
Monitor material availability, shortages, and constraints impacting builds and tests
Coordinate material readiness with Manufacturing, Assembly & Test, and Program Management
Support schedule adherence by proactively identifying and resolving material risks
Kitting & Configuration Execution
Prepare, stage, and release kits in accordance with released BOMs, work orders, and configurations
Ensure kits are complete, accurate, and configuration-controlled prior to release
Support kit changes driven by engineering changes (ECRs/ECOs)
Maintain kitting discipline to support first-time-through quality and execution flow
Inventory Accuracy & Control
Maintain inventory accuracy, traceability, and location integrity within MRP and Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Perform cycle counts and support physical inventories
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
Ensure FIFO, lot control, serialization, and shelf-life requirements are followed
Ensure segregation and proper control of company-owned vs. government-owned material
Cross-Functional Coordination
Partner with Buyers and Supply Chain Specialists on material availability and shortages
Partner with Manufacturing to align material flow with build and test execution
Support Engineering and Configuration Management on material impacts related to design changes
Communicate material status clearly to Programs and Operations
Quality, Compliance & Traceability
Ensure material handling, storage, and kitting comply with internal procedures
Maintain documentation and traceability for materials and kits
Support audits, inspections, and customer visits as required
Partner with Quality on material nonconformances and corrective actions
Familiarity with FAR Part 45 and DFARS 252.245-7001 government property requirements
Ensure compliance with government property clauses, contractual requirements, and audit standards
Maintain auditable records for government-owned material, including usage, movement, and inventory status
Systems, Data Integrity & Digital Thread
Execute material transactions accurately in MRP (Costpoint preferred) and MES systems
Maintain accurate inventory, kitting, and work-order status data
Ensure material data flows correctly to support Manufacturing, Test, Quality, and Program Control
Continuous Improvement & Execution Discipline
Follow established MP&L, kitting, and material-handling procedures
Identify opportunities to improve material flow, kitting accuracy, and execution efficiency
Support standardization of kitting practices and layouts
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
No direct people management responsibility
Executes material planning and kitting activities under direction of the Supply Chain Manager
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Keyword: material planning, inventory accuracy, kitting, MRP, BOMs, MES, Costpoint, traceability, AS9100D, FAR 45, DFARS 252.245-7001, aerospace, manufacturing, configuration control
Required Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required
Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to interpret BOMs, work orders, and material requirements
Strong communication and coordination skills
Ability to manage confidential and export-controlled information (ITAR)
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with AS9100D material control and traceability requirements
Experience with Costpoint, MES, or barcode-based inventory systems
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with FAR Part 45 and DFARS 252.245-7001 government property requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required
Bacheloris degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related disciplinei(Equivalent experience may be considered)i
3i6 years of experience in material planning, logistics, inventory control, or kitting
Preferred
Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
Experience working with engineering-driven BOM changes
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Office, warehouse, and manufacturing environments
Frequent interaction with inventory, kits, and shop-floor areas
May require extended hours... For full info follow application link.
Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
