Manufacturing Planner​/Scheduler

COLSA Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Planner/Scheduler in Huntsville, AL to support our uncrewed systems capability. In this role, you will play a key part in coordinating production planning, material readiness, and manufacturing execution to support the build and delivery of advanced aerial platforms.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (
* Essential functions):

• Development and management of manufacturing bills of material for multiple platforms*
• Development of manufacturing processes and procedures*
• Create, release, and manage work orders in the ERP/MRP system*
• Sequence and prioritize production jobs to meet customer and program requirements*
• Manage kitting, staging, and material availability for production orders*
• Work instruction development and maintenance*
• Coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely delivery of materials*
• Performs assembly of mechanical and electrical drones, and buildup of assemblies & subassemblies
• Participates in Preliminary Design Reviews, Production Readiness Reviews, and Post-Production Reviews*
• Technical liaison between engineering and manufacturing*
• Assists with inventory management activities*
• Manages supplies and equipment for the team*
• Assist with the development of a Master Production Schedule
• Make vs. Buy analysis on all components across all platforms*

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Familyof Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum of 7-9 years’ related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Hands on experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Working knowledge of desktop applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software packages
• US Citizenship required;
  May be required to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance

• 2+ years of manufacturing on a government contract
• Experience with Deltek MRP or SAP
• Experience managing government furnished equipment
• Experience with configuration management

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.