Production Planner

Job Description

Experience in developing, maintaining, and analyzing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex programs, is required.

Ensure compliance with EIA-748 EVMS standards and organizational scheduling best practices.

Collaborate with Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs), Cost Analysts, and Finance teams to align schedules with program objectives.

Perform risk assessments, critical path analysis, and variance analysis.

Provide timely schedule status reporting and support customer reviews.

Act as a subject matter expert in scheduling theory, tools, and processes.

Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services. We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a Production Planner with the following job responsibilities.

• Experience in developing, maintaining, and analyzing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex programs, is required.
• Ensure compliance with EIA-748 EVMS standards and organizational scheduling best practices.
• Collaborate with Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs), Cost Analysts, and Finance teams to align schedules with program objectives.
• Perform risk assessments, critical path analysis, and variance analysis.
• Provide timely schedule status reporting and support customer reviews.
• Act as a subject matter expert in scheduling theory, tools, and processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years of experience in program scheduling, preferably in a government or aerospace/defense environment.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of EVMS principles, IMS development, and WBS structures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• U.S. Citizenship may be required depending on contract/security requirements.

• Experience with DoD or Aerospace programs.
• Familiarity with IMP/IMS integration and contract deliverables.
• Ability to lead scheduling teams and mentor junior schedulers.

Competitive salary based on experience and education. Salary Range: $90,000-$130,000.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vets, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAc or call 858‑964‑2916.

The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.