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Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\nThis role is part of our Space and Launch business, which has contributed to the nation’s space programs for decades by delivering complete solutions from concept to flight. We enable successful space operations with mission-critical technology supporting every step from first launch to final landing, including launch vehicle subsystems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and interstage systems, and payload protection and deployment. Our high-performance solutions are engineered to operate in the most extreme environments and meet precise mission requirements.\nAs a Program Planner, you will develop manufacturing plans that guide the production of machined parts and assemblies, ensuring alignment with engineering requirements, quality standards, and program objectives. You will collaborate with machinists, engineers, program managers, operations, and quality teams to create accurate planning, maintain bills of materials, coordinate purchasing activities, and track material delivery to keep programs on schedule.\nThis role will be based at our Arlington, WA site and will be full-time and on-site.\nResponsibilities\nInterprets engineered prints and engineering database information to develop complete and accurate manufacturing plans using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.\nCoordinates with program managers and engineers to incorporate product requirements into planning.\nIntegrates fabrication and assembly processes into manufacturing plans in collaboration with manufacturing teams.\nPartners with quality engineering and quality assurance to ensure planning accurately reflects quality requirements.\nPrepares purchase requisitions and develops purchase suggestions based on program needs.\nMaintains bills of materials (BOMs) and uses them to support purchasing and planning activities.\nSolicits supplier quotes to support planning and procurement.\nTracks delivery dates and on-time status for purchased and manufactured materials.\nWorks closely with manufacturing departments and suppliers to resolve issues and maintain production progress.\nCommunicates planning changes or deviations to program managers to support program execution.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma.\nMinimum 6 years of experience in an Aerospace machine shop environment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nAssociate’s degree in a related discipline.\nAt least 4 years of experience with EPICOR Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.\nThis position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nPaid time off\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\nTuition reimbursement\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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