Production Planning Engineer

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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Planning Engineer to join the team with Nexus, a teammate company.

The Production Planning Engineer will:

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Serve as the planning focal for program hardware builds, from procurement through delivery.
• Lead cross-functional production planning reviews and provide regular status to senior leadership.
• Own capacity planning, make/buy decisions, and scenario modeling to inform critical path strategies.
• Drive proactive risk management by identifying and resolving bottlenecks and delays.
• Integrate planning activities within ERP/MRP/MES systems, ensuring configuration integrity.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize build sequencing and resource allocation.
• Track production KPIs, generate dashboards, and deliver planning insights.
• Analyze production data to optimize lead times, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
• Mentor junior team members and support their professional development.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Planning Engineer to join the team with Nexus, a teammate company.

The Production Planning Engineer will:

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Serve as the planning focal for program hardware builds, from procurement through delivery.
• Lead cross-functional production planning reviews and provide regular status to senior leadership.
• Own capacity planning, make/buy decisions, and scenario modeling to inform critical path strategies.
• Drive proactive risk management by identifying and resolving bottlenecks and delays.
• Integrate planning activities within ERP/MRP/MES systems, ensuring configuration integrity.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize build sequencing and resource allocation.
• Track production KPIs, generate dashboards, and deliver planning insights.
• Analyze production data to optimize lead times, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
• Mentor junior team members and support their professional development.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

'',''!*!

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate''s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor''s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Bachelor''s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly and testing of critical hardware.

• 10+ years of production planning or project management experience preferably in the aerospace field.

• Familiarity with engineering drawings and GD&T interpretation.

• Strong knowledge of scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera).

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed scheduling decisions.

• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.

• Experience working in an Agile work environment preferred.

• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Requisition Preferences:

• A resilient and proactive approach to problem solving
• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

#JETS #JETSII

'',''!*!

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate''s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor''s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Bachelor''s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly and testing of critical hardware.

• 10+ years of production planning or project management experience preferably in the aerospace field.

• Familiarity with engineering drawings and GD&T interpretation.

• Strong knowledge of scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera).

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed scheduling decisions.

• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.

• Experience working in an Agile work environment preferred.

• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Requisition Preferences:

• A resilient and proactive approach to problem solving
• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

#JETS #JETSII

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20331-ESCG (TR-ESCG)

2224 Bay Area Boulevard

Houston, 77058

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