Senior Manager, Materials Planning & Logistics – Development Programs (R5252)
Core
Lead supply planning, material readiness, production planning, and logistics execution for next-generation autonomous aircraft development programs and a new greenfield manufacturing facility.
Role type
Senior Manager, Materials Planning & Logistics
Builds
Next-generation autonomous aircraft (V-BAT, X-BAT) and Hivemind autonomy software
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Supply chain strategy, production planning, inventory management, logistics execution, risk mitigation, engineering change management, KPI definition, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Greenfield facility build experience, rapid prototyping support, low-rate initial production planning
Technologies
ERP systems, planning models, simulation tools
Responsibilities
Own materials planning, production control, inventory, warehousing, and logistics strategy; Partner with Engineering and Procurement to develop build plans aligned with program milestones; Identify long-lead material risks and implement mitigation strategies; Oversee material recovery plans; Drive engineering change management processes; Develop planning models for rapid prototyping and low-rate production; Support executive reviews with material status and risk communication; Lead planning and logistics readiness activities for a new greenfield facility.