Production Planner

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize production schedules for spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing (AIT)
• Analyze BOMs and program inputs to forecast material and resource needs
• Coordinate and prioritize production workload across multiple programs and work centers
• Plan, execute, and maintain demand integrity in ERP/MRP systems to drive procurement and production
• Identify and resolve issues related to material shortages, schedule conflicts, and production bottlenecks
• Establish and maintain data accuracy in ERP (e.g., item attributes, replenishment strategies, routings)
• Generate reports and metrics to provide visibility into production health, material status, and risk areas
• Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and system enhancements

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or inventory management
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Expert knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or MS Project for scheduling, forecasting, and analysis
• Strong understanding of BOM structures, routings, and inventory management principles
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments
• Strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and ability to work in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• APICS or PMI certification (CPIM, CSCP, PMP)
• SQL or other programming experience for data extraction and automation
• Ability to obtain a security clearance

About the Company

Orbitworks, part of Loft Orbital Solutions, is on a mission to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks is the first commercial firm in the UAE to mass-manufacture satellites, operating from a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi and aiming to produce tens of satellites annually.