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Material Planner I

Sierra Nevada Corporation
Colorado Springs, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Sept 2025
💰 $77,542/yr($59,000/yr$77,542/yr)

About the role

Are you experienced in material planning, supply management, and manufacturing processes? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Material Planner I to join our team, playing a critical role in managing the flow of materials throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive MBOM (Manufacturing Bill of Materials) reviews and maintain strict revision control within the ERP system.
• Manage the creation and processing of sales orders, manufacturing orders, and purchase requisitions/purchase orders.
• Allocate raw and finished goods to meet production and delivery schedules.
• Monitor material levels to prevent shortages and scheduling delays.
• Support and maintain firm planned, released, and in-shop manufacturing orders to ensure seamless production operations.
• Identify and resolve material and scheduling issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align and execute supply chain schedules.
• Develop and maintain efficient supply chain schedules for optimal order and delivery planning.
• Ensure timely and accurate planning of orders and deliveries to meet customer demands and production needs.
• Utilize MRP systems to plan and control inventory, production, and procurement activities, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field of study and typically 0-2 years of relevant experience
    • A higher level degree may substitute for experience
    • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Exposure to the engineering change process in regard to material planning
  • Basic understanding of master production planning
  • Basic understanding of Supply Chain Management and Logistics
  • Familiarity with applicable manufacturing drawings
  • Previous experience using CostPoint / Deltek software in an aircraft modification environment
  • An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Experience with Program Management
  • Technical/Engineering degree
  • Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) as it applies to Supplier Management
  • Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and /or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
  • Experience in Supply Chain Management and /or Operations Management
  • Understanding of Unified Commercial Code (UCC)
  • Experience in Microsoft Office
  • Experience in digital tooling applications

At Sierra Nevada Company, LLC (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $59,000.00 - $77,541.82. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and