Planner

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Space and Launch business, which has contributed to the nation’s space programs for decades by delivering complete solutions from concept to flight. We enable successful space operations with mission-critical technology supporting every step from first launch to final landing, including launch vehicle subsystems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and interstage systems, and payload protection and deployment. Our high-performance solutions are engineered to operate in the most extreme environments and meet precise mission requirements.

As a Planner, you will translate customer, engineering, and program requirements into accurate manufacturing plans, shop sketches, travelers, and bills of materials. Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and program managers, you will maintain controlled planning documentation that supports product conformity, product safety, quality, and timely execution.

Responsibilities

• Develops manufacturing plans, shop sketches, shop travelers, and bills of materials based on program, customer, and engineering requirements.
• Translates standard layering models and two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) models into manufacturing planning documentation.
• Reviews industry, customer, and aerospace standards and incorporates applicable requirements into planning.
• Coordinates job kickoffs and works with Manufacturing, Quality, program managers, and internal customers to create and execute shop plans and travelers.
• Controls and tracks changes, revisions, released planning, and master planning.
• Maintains current planning records and engineering sketches, charts, graphs, and related supporting documentation through document-control processes.
• Completes shop planning within required time allotments.
• Supports AS9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts while contributing to product conformity, product safety, and quality.
• Explains planning responsibilities within the Quality Management System (QMS) and conducts formal training on changes and customer requirements.
• Maintains a clean, organized work environment and performs other assigned duties.

Required Qualifications

• Two or more years of college or related technical training.
• Experience with CATIA modeling and 2D and 3D computer modeling.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, spreadsheets, customer drawings, and databases.
• Knowledge of QMS reporting, recordkeeping, and instruction-following requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and interact effectively with all levels of management and internal customers.
• Ability to conduct formal training on changes and customer requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Epicor or and CAD experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Sits for prolonged periods at a desk while working on a computer.
• Lifts up to 15 pounds at times.
• The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Special Mentions

• First shift.
• Minimal travel may be required.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.