Shield AI
Senior Manager, Production Planning & Logistics – Development Programs (R5252)
Seattle, Washington · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 21, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years; no alternative stated.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field.
About the job
Leads materials planning, production control, inventory, warehousing, and logistics for aircraft development programs and prepares a new manufacturing facility for operational readiness and scalable production.
What you'll do
- Establish materials and production planning processes, monitor readiness and risks, and develop recovery plans for program milestones.
- Lead logistics and warehouse readiness for a new facility, including material flow, storage, and inventory-control procedures.
- Build and lead the team, standard work, and training while coordinating across engineering, program management, procurement, quality, and operations.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations.
- Experience supporting complex hardware development programs and implementing or scaling material planning and inventory management processes.
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and supply chain planning methodologies; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.
Nice to have
- Greenfield manufacturing facility launches or major facility expansions; experience with Oracle, SAP, Costpoint, or similar ERP platforms.
- APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent; familiarity with ITAR, EAR, DFARS, or government contracting requirements.
Tools
MRP/ERP, Oracle, SAP, Costpoint, ITAR, EAR, DFARS
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