Material Planner

We are looking for a Material Planner to manage inventories and ensure that material resources are consistent with production schedules. The material planner’s responsibilities include determining material specifications, creating and maintaining inventory schedules, coordinating with internal departments, and managing external stakeholder relations. A successful Material Planner should be able to ensure the appropriate supply of cost‑efficient and high‑quality materials required to maintain steady production and product delivery.

• Determining material specifications
• Creating and maintaining inventory schedules
• Evaluating and forecasting material requirements
• Determining the required materials and generating purchase orders
• Ensuring materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost‑efficient
• Ensuring the consistent and adequate supply of materials necessary for production
• Coordinating with other departments regarding production goals, timelines, supplier payments, etc.
• Tracking production volume and monitoring customer demand patterns and purchasing trends
• Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials and products
• Liaising with customers, suppliers, and distributors
• Managing inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations
• Preparing cost estimates and performance reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis (or in accordance with the posted schedule)
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain management
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and material management systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

• High school diploma/GED required
• Degree in business, logistics, inventory management, or a related field preferred

• 2+ years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position

• Occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time
• Occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full‑spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company’s capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions;

and tailored hardware and software mission‑system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. The company has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.