Material Planner

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Material Planner to work closely within the Supply Chain Team and Production Control. The Supply Chain and Production Control team is a key function in procuring & managing the production flow of goods and services to ensure manufacturing readiness. The Material Planner position in on site at the Apex Production facility. The main responsibilities are forecasting delivery dates and quantity requirements to the supply base, based on the Apex production schedule. While also understanding supply base risk, inventory risk, and managing those problems directly within the supply chain organization to ensure build readiness. This role is critical to ensuring Apex production line has the components to build.

Responsibilities:

- Ownership and demand planning for on time delivery of raw materials and finished goods

- Work closely with the purchasing and supply chain team to ensure accurate forecast and timely orders being placed with suppliers

- Report out to leadership as needed regarding any possible material shortages

- Proactive approach to problem solving and determ...