Manufacturing Planner Staff (Level 4)
Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Responsibilities
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth, TX, we’re delivering innovative, high-performance aircraft to our nation and allies. As a Manufacturing Planner Staff (Level 4), you will play a key role in synchronizing planning activities across engineering, supply chain, and production to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective manufacturing operations. Bring your expertise to a high-impact environment that values precision, teamwork, and mission success.
What You Will Be Doing
- Perform Make, Buy, and Bill of Material (BOM) planning activities aligned with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.
- Maintain production system integrity to drive inventory optimization and cost minimization.
- Expedite and optimize material flow throughout the supply chain to ensure on-time delivery of program-critical components.
- Coordinate with Manufacturing and Operations Management to analyze production schedules, capacity requirements, and shop floor execution.
- Partner with Procurement and other Supply Chain stakeholders to develop and manage time-phased procurement plans that align with manufacturing needs.
- Monitor and adjust MRP parameters, including lead times and lot sizes, to reflect real-time production and supply dynamics.
- Work with Engineering and Change Board Representatives to update and maintain accurate BOM configurations.
What’s In It for You
- Impact the Mission: Directly contribute to the production of aircraft that protect and serve our nation and its allies.
- Strategic Involvement: Be a trusted planner and integrator across operations, supply chain, and engineering.
- Innovation & Efficiency: Support advanced production technologies and optimization strategies that reduce waste and increase throughput.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Access industry-leading healthcare, 401(k) with matching, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement, mentorship, and ongoing learning in a company known for promoting from within.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits here.
Who You Are
- An experienced manufacturing planner with a strong understanding of MRP systems and supply chain alignment.
- Detail-oriented and data-driven with the ability to balance long-range planning with real-time adjustments.
- A cross-functional collaborator who can communicate effectively with operations, procurement, and engineering teams.
- Driven by continuous improvement and equipped to identify and eliminate material flow constraints.
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Basic Qualifications:
- Experience with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems and BOM planning.
- Experience with production scheduling, capacity analysis, and material control in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with supply chain processes, including procurement and logistics coordination.
- Proficiency in using enterprise tools such as SAP, Solumina, or similar systems.
Desired Skills:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years of professional experience; or 8 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority.
Experience with Global Supply Chain, import/export and international shipping requirements
- Advanced knowledge of SAP or similar MRP/ERP platforms.
- Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing operations.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration to resolve material and scheduling challenges.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.