Planning Director

Director Of Planning

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics from detecting threats for fighter pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. We are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us."

We are looking for a highly driven and strategic Director of Planning to lead our end-to-end planning organization and support the company's continued growth. This role will shape the future state of our supply chain by building the processes, systems, and talent needed to deliver reliable performance, data-driven decision-making, and scalable operational capability across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the planning strategy aligned to business growth and operational objectives.
• Lead and mature the Sales Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)
• Drive long-range capacity planning, scenario modeling, and risk mitigation strategies.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee Master Scheduling, Production Planning, and Material Planning teams to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely schedules.
• Improve forecasting accuracy, inventory optimization, and service-level performance.
• Ensure planning processes, tools, and systems support scalability and transparency.

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Commercial teams.
• Serve as the planning representative for major program reviews, executive updates, and business cycles.

Performance Management

• Establish KPIs for planning accuracy, adherence, capacity utilization, inventory performance, and schedule stability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce constraints, lead times, and operational variability.

People Leadership

• Build and develop a high-performing planning organization.
• Coach and mentor managers and planners to create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and data-driven decision making.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Ability to motivate and inspire teams, manage conflict, and resolve issues effectively. Strong business acumen and understanding of how supply chain performance is an enabler to business growth. Track record of driving transformational change and delivering measurable results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Related Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years' work experience, or equivalent experience
• 8 plus years in a highly regulated manufacturing industry
• Broad discipline experience in a multi-plant supply chain environment
• Experience leading geographically diverse teams
• Experience with supply chain management software and systems
• Strong understanding of key elements of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products
• Strong presentation skills, capable of briefing at all levels of the organization
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 25%
• Ability to obtain up to Secret clearance

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $135556 - $230444

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems:

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.