Production Control Planner

About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets:
Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5

ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Join Applied Aerospace and Defense and play a key role in building mission-critical aerospace systems that support military and commercial customers worldwide. As a Production Control Planner, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing operations—keeping production moving, staying ahead of potential bottlenecks, and helping ensure our high-performance aerospace components are delivered on time, every time.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves solving problems, coordinating fast-moving priorities, and working in a dynamic production environment. If you thrive in a role where every day brings new challenges and you enjoy being the person who keeps everything running smoothly—this is the place for you.

You’ll own the planning and scheduling process for assigned part numbers, ensuring materials, tooling, and production capacity come together seamlessly. You’ll collaborate across multiple teams—manufacturing, supply chain, fulfillment, customer service, and more to drive schedule execution, resolve shortages, prevent delays, and support on-time customer delivery.

You will coordinate material flow, monitor supply-and-demand alignment, oversee corrective actions, and maintain accurate traceability throughout the manufacturing process. You’ll analyze production performance and data to identify opportunities to improve inventory levels, strengthen customer service, and reduce cost. Your work directly impacts production efficiency, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction.

Pay Range: $70,000.00 to $ per year, depending on experience

• Managing scheduling activities through the advanced planning system
• Identifying and responding to material issues and shortages
• Coordinating outside processing and hardware delivery
• Monitoring corrective actions and schedule execution
• Driving alignment between demand, supply, capacity, and tooling availability
• Communicating across departments and shifts to resolve bottlenecks
• Ensuring accurate work orders, traceability, and documentation
• Supporting continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives
• Ensuring timely shipments and full production schedule realization

• Bachelor’s degree, or a high school diploma/GED with at least four years of aerospace production planning experience
• Experience in production control, planning, sourcing, or materials management
• Familiarity with Epicor or similar ERP planning systems
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Excellent analytical abilities and comfort with Excel/spreadsheets
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• At least one year working with ERP planning tools

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