Manufacturing Planner – Electrical Systems

= Location: Mesa, AZ
= Pay Rate: $45.00/hr
< Work Environment: Onsite
=R Schedule: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Planner – Electrical Systems to support aerospace manufacturing operations in Mesa, Arizona.

In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and planning documents to ensure manufacturing work instructions accurately reflect engineering requirements. You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement planning changes, support manufacturing execution, and maintain compliance with established aerospace manufacturing standards.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting aerospace manufacturing programs, interpreting complex engineering documentation, and developing manufacturing planning solutions within a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Planning

• Review and coordinate engineering drawing changes into manufacturing work instructions.
• Develop and update manufacturing planning to support engineering requirements and production needs.
• Incorporate engineering changes into existing manufacturing plans and processes.
• Ensure manufacturing documentation accurately reflects current design and production requirements.

Engineering & Technical Documentation

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Understand and apply critical terminology related to electrical manufacturing and aerospace production.
• Ensure compliance with engineering design requirements and manufacturing standards.
• Support implementation of planning updates and process improvements.

Production Support

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production teams to resolve planning-related issues.
• Support manufacturing execution activities and ensure work instructions align with production requirements.
• Assist with change management efforts across manufacturing operations.
• Help drive continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing planning processes.

Required Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Proficiency reading and understanding engineering process and specification documents.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and updating manufacturing planning documentation.
• Ability to translate engineering requirements into manufacturing work instructions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aerospace or defense manufacturing programs.
• Knowledge of VC-25B, AH-64, and/or STL programs.
• Experience using Manufacturing Execution System Common Image (MESCI).
• Familiarity with aerospace production systems and manufacturing processes across multiple sites.
• Experience supporting electrical fabrication and electrical manufacturing operations.
• Prior experience implementing engineering changes within manufacturing environments.

Desired Skills

Manufacturing & Planning

• Manufacturing Planning
• Production Planning
• Manufacturing Work Instructions
• Engineering Change Implementation
• Process Planning
• Change Management
• Manufacturing Execution

Technical Documentation

• Engineering Drawings
• Technical Specifications
• Process Documentation
• Manufacturing Documentation
• Configuration Management
• Revision Control

Aerospace & Electrical Systems

• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Electrical Fabrication
• Electrical Manufacturing
• Defense Programs
• Production Support
• Manufacturing Operations

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who can:

Interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications

Translate engineering requirements into manufacturing-ready instructions

Support electrical manufacturing operations with accuracy and efficiency

Manage multiple planning updates and engineering changes simultaneously

Collaborate effectively with engineering and production teams

Thrive in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment

Additional Information

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Position supports aerospace manufacturing operations and production programs.
• Strong attention to detail and process compliance are critical for success.
• Opportunity to work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams supporting advanced aerospace platforms.