Directed Energy Materials Planning Analyst

AeroVironment • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

AeroVironment has an opening for a Materials Planning Analyst supporting its Directed Energy Division in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The analyst is an integral member of the division and collaborates to create and maintain build schedules that align with customer pricing, contract terms, and agreements. The role supports program inventory, production-floor execution, final system shipments, and mitigation of associated risks.

The position works with engineering, program, quality, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to prioritize and schedule hardware procurement and build activities. It monitors material lead times, inventory, procurement performance, and work in process; maintains part and material status in automated systems; and coordinates production activities and outside post-processing schedules to help prevent delays and maintain inventory and system accuracy.

This is a full-time position. Work is typically Monday through Friday, and flexible work hours may be accommodated. Some travel may be required (10%). The role supports the Directed Energy Division in Albuquerque, NM, and involves work in office and manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of business and/or program experience.
• At least 4 years of combined work experience, which may include graduate school experience, in supply chain, engineering, or project management functional areas.
• Knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR).
• Demonstrated expertise with a modern ERP system such as SAP or Oracle, or similar experience in manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Ability to work independently and under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance.
• Experience with import and export laws, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR, or be eligible for an export license; some positions require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise using and operating Aegis FactoryLogix MES.
• Experience with Unanet, AIM, Arena, Microsoft 365, and Impromptu reporting.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain program production schedules in collaboration with company master schedules.
• Serve as the organizational lead point of contact for prioritization and scheduling of hardware procurement and build activities with engineering leads, program leads, quality personnel, finance, manufacturing facilities, engineering, and supply chain management.
• Understand and communicate material lead times and inventory risk.
• Work with functional support organizations to align procedures for continuity across organizations and databases.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to understand and influence production build routing.
• Monitor procurement performance metrics and proactively address program and functional issues.
• Monitor and analyze work in process.
• Update the status of parts and materials using automated systems.
• Identify and report problems and recommendations to ensure part availability.
• Coordinate raw-material post-processing schedules with outside businesses.
• Analyze problems and resolve or reconcile discrepancies with parts and materials to maintain inventory and system accuracy.
• Coordinate with other functional groups to execute priorities, expedite work, and complete production activities to avoid schedule delays.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Flexible work schedule options
• Some programs may offer a 9/80 work schedule and paid holiday shutdown, depending on business unit, role, and customer contract requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level