Planner 2

Planner 2

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Fire, Safety & Power Systems (FPS)

Location: USA Simi Valley, CA - Voyager

Job Family : Planning

Job Type : Regular

Posted : May 20, 2026

Job ID: 64885

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight throughout the aircraft''s lifecycle, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise and our breadth of differentiated technologies ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited professional and personal development opportunities. Working with some of the industry''s most brilliant minds, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference. We believe the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is to focus on everyone's talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are happy to consider you for other roles at Parker that may be a good fit.

Parker Meggitt is a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines, including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more.

The Parker Meggitt Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Division site is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing, ending with delivery to customers.

Parker Meggitt - Simi Valley, CA, is also a key supplier in selecting energy markets, including nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and many others.

PLANNER 2

JOB DESIGNATION

The Planner 2 owns the planning execution for assigned products, program(s), or value stream(s) and is responsible for balancing material availability, capacity, and delivery commitments within a moderately complex aerospace environment.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Owns and manages the planning execution for assigned products, program(s), or value stream(s) within capacity constraints.
• Evaluates and works with buyers to ensure materials supply is available to meet demand.
• Utilizes SAP in the planning, monitoring, level loading, and releasing of production work orders in support of Operations' objectives such as on time in full to the customer and inventory optimization.
• Responsible for maintaining schedule within SAP and communicating any major schedule changes to internal parties. May need to interact with external customers.
• Regularly interacts with cross‑functional partners (Operations, Quality, Engineering, Procurement) to coordinate effective execution and resolution of issues.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and analytical tools. Able to analyze data, identify issues, and drive resolution. Basic understanding of broader supply chain concepts.
• Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided as needed.
• Responsible for recommending changes to improve the planning process for assigned products.
• Experienced team contributor who supports and trains others. May lead small projects or initiatives or champion a team.
• Operates in a moderately complex environment requiring multi‑variable problem solving across material, capacity, quality, and engineering constraints.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities and applies techniques and methods to internal processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required.
• May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education requirement: Bachelor's degree is required

Years Experience: min. 3+ years of relevant experience applying planning concepts and methodologies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace but not required.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of planning best practices and experience with managing tight development program deadlines in aerospace/manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Highly organized with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Critical thinker able to analyze and solve problems while exercising judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Accountable, proactive, and effective at balancing priorities and resolving issues while building positive relationships amongst stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to drive tasks to completion
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools

WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements; therefore, a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. U.S. Citizenship/Permanent residency is required for most positions.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Parker provides a drug-free workplace in accordance with its policies and applicable state laws. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $83,250 to $138,550 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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