Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Prototype Planner to join our organization. In this role, you will create and maintain a prototype plan based on forecast, inventory levels, safety stock levels, and project specific requirements while minimizing cost.
As a Senior Prototype Planner, you will:
Create and maintain the Bill of Materials from released drawings and requests, actively participate in decision points during a prototyping effort, and work with management to identify and mitigate risks throughout project execution.
Perform diversified duties involving the coordination, issuance and control of materials for the assigned project(s) and Prototype Network.
Analyze Oracle reports/output recommendations and release factory orders to manufacturing and assembly areas.
Evaluate Oracle reports/output recommendations and initiate appropriate actions related to cancellation, reschedule or modification to released jobs in Fabrication and Assembly.
Work with Supply Chain to expedite purchased material components shortages with the appropriate buyer.
Participate in daily scheduled factory order status meetings to achieve 100% on time performance where possible.
Interface closely with Build Project Lead/Prototype integration engineers to evaluate customer requirements and approve the release of materials in support of special projects and prototype builds.
Monitor and adjust as necessary build schedules to maintain valid due dates on all orders.
Release sufficient work to meet department earned hours targets.
Inform immediate supervisor of potential voids and assists in remedial actions to make adjustments.
Participate as a team member on task forces to reduce costs, inventory levels and improve on-time delivery of products.
Coordinate with Engineering on the release of drawings and reviews for manufacturability of parts and material requirements.
Serve as point of contact and subject matter expert for coordination of all released engineering data and responsible for the translation of this data into usable procurement and manufacturing requirements.
Prioritize work and coordinate with Engineering Program Managers, Team Leads, Quality, and Certification groups to achieve program efficiencies, meet established deadlines, and minimize operational impacts.
Coordinate with the broader Prototype Network team to analyze prototyping schedules and capacity requirements. Provide timely status and expedite work around plans to preserve schedule.
Identify relevant trends and improvement opportunities, then develop and coordinate corrective actions.
Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to assure all duties are performed within the guidelines.
This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor s degree with 4 years' experience working in a Prototype, Production Control, Planning or Materials group or equivalent combination of education and experience working in a prototyping or manufacturing environment
Experience using Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Understanding Bill of Materials
Data analysis skills using Excel
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with material planning
Experience with build planning and tracking
Experience with Oracle and/or MRP/ERP systems
Experience and ability to read and understand drawings supplied by engineering
Experience building good relationships in a team environment#LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Senior Prototype Planner
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