Directed Energy Materials Planning and Production Control Manager

Job overview

The Directed Energy Materials Planning and Production Control Manager role is onsite in Albuquerque, NM, with an annual salary range of $106,500–$181,000. AeroVironment develops autonomous systems and defense technologies that support national security missions. This manager leads materials and production planning across the product lifecycle, from proof of concept and prototype development through research and development, low-rate initial production, and full-rate production. The role aligns material availability, capacity, schedules, suppliers, and planning systems with program requirements and customer commitments.

What you'll do

• Manage materials and production planning across product lifecycle phases
• develop material requirements, purchasing plans, inventory objectives, master production schedules, build plans, and capacity plans
• coordinate production readiness and scale-up
• lead cross-functional planning and shortage reviews
• maintain ERP/MRP planning data and processes
• mentor materials and production control personnel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

directed energy

materials planning

production control

manager

albuquerque nm

aerovironment

full-time

day shift

$106,500–$181,000/year

supply chain

manufacturing operations

erp/mrp

u.s. citizenship required

monday–friday

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, flexible work schedule options, and potentially a 9/80 schedule and paid holiday shutdown depending on business unit, role, and customer contract.

Why this role

Leads planning from prototype and research and development through low-rate initial production and full-rate production; supports government programs and requires U.S. citizenship.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services. Sector: 54.