Sr Advanced Manufacturing Planning Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Canonsburg, PA

1d•$112,500 - $117,500•Onsite

About The Position

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. As a seasoned leader, you’ll be a subject matter expert in production planning and material requirements tools, sharing your knowledge with others in the organization. We’ll rely on you to develop detailed schedules, production plans and capacity plans along with complex bills of material for large programs. The Advanced Manufacturing Planning Specialist will review work authorization documents and generate material program plans and coordinate kick-off meetings with functional departments to communicate program goals and objectives. A Sr Advanced Manufacturing Planning Specialist is responsible for developing and managing shop orders, tracking production progress, and ensuring timely availability of materials to meet program schedules. They collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to maintain shop floor execution and drive on-time delivery across all programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire.
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to problem solve utilizing analytical skills
Ability to multi-task while maintaining focus on details
Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office tools
Demonstrated understanding of material planning tools, concepts, and methodologies
Demonstrated understanding of the proposal process for both material and labor estimating
Demonstrated understanding of concurrent engineering principles and government compliance regulations
Demonstrated understanding of MRP/ERP principles
Demonstrated understanding of negotiation and persuasion skills
Demonstrated time management skills
Demonstrated ability to implement change and monitor effectiveness of the change
Exercises demonstrated judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

Responsibilities

Developing and managing shop orders
Tracking production progress
Ensuring timely availability of materials to meet program schedules
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to maintain shop floor execution and drive on-time delivery across all programs
Submit PMRP and manual purchase requisitions
Send parts to quality for clause review prior to submitting PRs
Reviews and coordinates purchase requisitions, ensuring efficient processing
Submit purchase requisitions for MRBs
Add CFM to POs as needed
Prepare TDPs for purchasing
Work with work cells and factory planners to execute to schedule
Coordinate with factory scheduling to resolve material scheduling conflicts
Report to DPMO when schedule commitments cannot be met
Work recovery plans or build-ahead plans to balance total factory material
Determine when designs and materials need to be ready to build on time
Assists in identifying and managing material risks and issues
Manage material costs, schedule, and risk
Monitor program tasks and milestones; report progress and issues through Earned Value Reporting
Align material receipts to meet schedule
Coordinates oversight of supplier negotiations and execution of procurement plan
Develops new supply sources and recommends cost-saving alternatives
Understand critical suppliers and their impact to the customer
Works with SCM buyers and Materials & Procurement Manager to support program needs
Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements
Manage ECN incorporation related to materials and vendors