Senior Production Planner, Development Programs (R5277)

Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for prototype aircraft builds, major assemblies, and integration activities

Translate engineering release plans, build priorities, and program milestones into executable manufacturing schedules

Release and manage work orders in support of aircraft builds, including builds with incomplete engineering definition or evolving configurations or bills of material

Coordinate schedule adjustments resulting from engineering changes, design revisions, and shifting program priorities

Monitor production progress and proactively identify risks to key build, integration, and flight test milestones

Coordinate temporary planning structures and workarounds to enable manufacturing progress while maintaining configuration control

Facilitate rapid schedule recovery plans when design, material, or technical issues affect build progress

Partner closely with Supply Chain to align material availability with build requirements and timelines

Support ERP/MRP system accuracy through effective planning and work order management

At Shield AI, prototype aircraft builds are where innovation becomes reality. Every developmental aircraft completed advances the future of autonomous aviation and accelerates mission capability for our customers. This role sits at the center of that effort, helping transform evolving designs into flight-ready aircraft while building the production foundation for future scale. If you are excited about solving complex manufacturing challenges and enabling next-generation autonomous aircraft programs, we want to hear from you. Join us in building the world's best AI pilot.

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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