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Material Planner

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2025
Job Description
The San Diego shipyard is a compact, modern facility operated by an accomplished, experienced, and highly knowledgeable workforce and management team. The team serves customers by delivering excellent cost, schedule, and quality performance. We are currently looking for a Senior Material Planner. As a Material Planner you will;
  • Be responsible for review and analysis of Work Specifications, Drawings and Technical Manuals to develop material estimates for new and growth work for repairs on US Navy and Commercial ships.
  • Be responsible to solicit suppliers for price and availability information for materials where required.
  • Be cognizant of materials that are Long Lead Time Material (LLTM) and identify as such as needed.
  • Generate Pre-Proposal Inquiry (PPI), Request for Clarification (RFC) and Inspection/Deficiency Report (IDR), as required with regard to government furnished information, customer furnished information, and material problems and issues. Review and take appropriate action on all answered correspondence.
  • Interface with trades as necessary to assure material estimates and requisitions contain the proper size, type, and quantity of material needed to support their particular production effort. Trade interface also required to field questions, identify issues and prevent/resolve problems to ensure a quality product.
  • Review and ensure that all estimates are complete, accurate and submitted on schedule. Be cognizant of all schedules in order to ensure required need dates are promulgated to vendors.
  • Interface with the Purchasing Dept. regarding cost and supplier information and provide Request for Quote (RFQ) information to the Buyers.
  • Frequent contact with the Labor Estimators, Buyers, Ship Superintendents, Craft Supervisors and Craft Personnel. Frequent contact with outside material suppliers.
  • Perform similar, incidental and other duties as assigned.
Able to work independently with minimal immediate supervision.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience in the repair of US Navy ships with the emphasis on Air and Fluid Systems and Equipment, or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be proficient in Excel, Word and Data entry skills.
  • Experience using an MRP system a plus.
  • Ability to read part numbers

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experienced in all phases of the repair and installation of US Navy Shipboard Air and Fluid Systems, Equipment & Components.
  • Specific knowledge/experience on Major ShipAlts for the DDG Aegis Modernization (AMOD) via the Advanced Capability Build (ACB-12) and for the LPD Scullery Re-Design.
  • Systems would include all facets of Hydraulic, Valve Overhaul, Cleanliness, Testing and Gasket/Fastener Replacement.
  • Equipment and Components to include but not be limited to; pipe, fitting material types (bronze, steel, stainless steel, copper-nickel, & aluminum), flanges, sleeves, bushings, hoses, hose connections, valves, bellows, and condensers.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $78760 - $133870

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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 Platforms & Services
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 team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Salary : $78,760 - $133,870

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