Job Information
BAE Systems Prototype Planner in Fridley, Minnesota
Job Description
BAE is seeking a Prototype Planner to join its organization.
In this role, you will also create and maintain a prototype plan based on forecast, inventory levels, safety stock levels, and project specific levels while minimizing cost.
Creates and maintains the Bill of Materials from release drawings and requests, actively participates decision points during a prototyping effort, and works with management to identify and mitigate risks throughout project execution.
Performs diversified duties involving the coordination, issuance and control of materials for the assigned project(s) and Prototype Network.
Analyzes Oracle reports/output recommendations and releases factory orders to manufacturing and assembly areas.
Evaluates Oracle reports/output recommendations and initiates appropriate actions related to cancellation, reschedule or modification to released jobs in Fabrication & Assembly.
Works with Supply Chain to expedite purchased material components shortages with the appropriate buyer.
Participates in daily scheduled factory order status meetings to achieve 100% on time performance where possible.
Interfaces 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.
Monitors and adjusts as necessary, build schedules to maintain valid due dates on all orders. Releases sufficient work to meet department earned hours targets. Informs immediate supervisor of potential voids and assists in remedial actions to make adjustments.
Participates 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.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor s degree with 3 years experience working in a Prototype/Production Control / Planning or Materials group or equivalent education/experience working in a prototyping or manufacturing environment
Excel, Power Point and Word experience
Familiarity with Oracle business system
Understand Bill of Materials
Data analysis skills using Excel
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with material planning.
Experience with Oracle and/or MRP/ERP systems
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64130 - $109010
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.
Prototype Planner
100852BR
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