Production Planner Scheduler

Company Information

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and aftermarket support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation markets. With facilities throughout the U.S., Twenty-Six Defense is dedicated to supporting those who contribute to the national security of the United States. Twenty-Six Defense is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd.

(NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Twenty-Six Defense’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harms’ way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

The Production Planner Scheduler I performs analysis of MRP outputs and required actions related to production orders and asset movement through production. This role ensures timely release, maintenance, and accuracy of production orders and supports coordinated manufacturing operations.

• Monitor and report on aging production orders in Work in Process (WIP).
• Track and communicate material shortages impacting WIP and production order release.
• Review planned orders due for release and ensure timely execution.
• Release production orders as scheduled, ensuring no pending material shortages.
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of production order documentation prior to kitting.
• Perform ongoing maintenance of open production orders.
• Review and respond to MRP signals for manufactured items, ensuring prompt action.
• Monitor second-issue material movements to WIP.
• Support daily shortage meetings and other production coordination activities.
• Participate in periodic WIP floor audits and reconciliation efforts.
• Support warehouse inventory accuracy counts and associated reconciliations.
• Prioritize inbound materials based on MRP requirements.
• Prepare and send material kits to support external production orders as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Execute all MRP-generated messages, including production order releases, rescheduling, and cancellations.
• Update and maintain production orders, including red-line changes.
• Manually firm planned production orders as needed to balance production capacity.
• Maintain item planning and ordering data

• Program Management
• Project Management
• Master Production Scheduling
• Engineering Configuration Management
• Procurement
• Warehouse, Shipping, and Receiving
• Manufacturing Supervisors

• High school diploma required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• 0–2 years of…