Demand Planner, Avionics

Long Beach, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 96000 - 136000

Posted on: 20 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1 scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in committed to executing our mission safely and on you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.

Vast is looking for a Demand Planner reporting to the Manager of Demand Planning to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-timeexempt position located in ourLong Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Oversee demand supply and fulfillment planning for avionics and electronic hardware including EEE components PCBs PCBAs and related commodities.
Foster strong collaboration with internal stakeholdersSupply Chain Quality Engineering Finance Manufacturing and Mission Managementto align planning processes with business objectives and technical requirements.
Develop and implement key performance metrics (KPIs) to effectively track material actions identify risks and highlight opportunities for improvement across electronic component lifecycles.
Ensure accuracy and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs) part records and master data particularly for EEE components circuit boards assemblies and other Avionics products to support streamlined procurement and production.
Establish and leverage commodity lead times and part availability data to enhance design release processes and minimize supply chain disruptions across critical avionics hardware.
Drive timely release of procurement planning messages and ensure efficient coordination with suppliers for long-lead components.
Ensure on-time issuance of work orders to production and purchase orders to procurement supporting seamless manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Serve as a key resource in Clear-to-Build and Material Readiness meetings providing accurate material availability insights and resolving electronic component constraints.
Update demand forecasts and supply plans in response to engineering change orders (ECOs) ensuring clear communication of revisions to internal and external stakeholders.
Enhance visibility of material readiness and component obsolescence risks through comprehensive reporting including Line of Balance (LOB) shortage reports and Clear-to-Build dashboards.
Collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment demonstrating technical acumen in electronic hardware planning and strong alignment with company-wide goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in business administration operations management or another relevant field (or 4 years of relevant experience)
2 years experience with Demand Planning in a Manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Excel and other data visualization tools.
Experience leading scheduling discussions with multiple stakeholders and customers.
Ability to make independent judgments with limited information.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Significant experience working with BOMs and understanding their integration across ERP/MRP/PLM/MES systems.
Prior experience in aerospace avionics high-reliability electronics or EV manufacturing industries.
Familiarity with EEE (Electrical Electronic and Electromechanical) component lifecycle management including obsolescence tracking part alternates and qualification requirements.
Knowledge of PCB and PCBA manufacturing processes and traceability standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics related to electronic assemblies.
Experience with AS9100 quality management systems and U.S. export control (ITAR/EAR) compliance.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and balance multiple complex projects.
Comfortable working in a high-stress environment and adjusting quickly to evolving strategic priorities.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.

Pay Range:

Demand Planner II: $73000-$106000
Senior Demand Planner: $96000 - $136000

Salary Range: California

$73000 - $136000 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge education skills experience business needs and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks including: 100% medical dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff paid parental leave short and long-term disability insurance life insurance access to a 401(k) retirement plan One Medical membership ClassPass credits personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks with snacks drip coffee cold drinks and dinner meals remaining free of charge and lunch subsidized as part of Vasts ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

This will be a full-timeexempt position located in ourLong Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Oversee demand supply and fulfillment planning for avionics and electronic hardware including EEE components PCBs PCBAs and related commodities.
Foster strong collaboration with internal stakeholdersSupply Chain Quality Engineering Finance Manufacturing and Mission Managementto align planning processes with business objectives and technical requirements.
Develop and implement key performance metrics (KPIs) to effectively track material actions identify risks and highlight opportunities for improvement across electronic component lifecycles.
Ensure accuracy and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs) part records and master data particularly for EEE components circuit boards assemblies and other Avionics products to support streamlined procurement and production.
Establish and leverage commodity lead times and part availability data to enhance design release processes and minimize supply chain disruptions across critical avionics hardware.
Drive timely release of procurement planning messages and ensure efficient coordination with suppliers for long-lead components.
Ensure on-time issuance of work orders to production and purchase orders to procurement supporting seamless manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Serve as a key resource in Clear-to-Build and Material Readiness meetings providing accurate material availability insights and resolving electronic component constraints.
Update demand forecasts and supply plans in response to engineering change orders (ECOs) ensuring clear communication of revisions to internal and external stakeholders.
Enhance visibility of material readiness and component obsolescence risks through comprehensive reporting including Line of Balance (LOB) shortage reports and Clear-to-Build dashboards.
Collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment demonstrating technical acumen in electronic hardware planning and strong alignment with company-wide goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in business administration operations management or another relevant field (or 4 years of relevant experience)
2 years experience with Demand Planning in a Manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Excel and other data visualization tools.
Experience leading scheduling discussions with multiple stakeholders and customers.
Ability to make independent judgments with limited information.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Significant experience working with BOMs and understanding their integration across ERP/MRP/PLM/MES systems.
Prior experience in aerospace avionics high-reliability electronics or EV manufacturing industries.
Familiarity with EEE (Electrical Electronic and Electromechanical) component lifecycle management including obsolescence tracking part alternates and qualification requirements.
Knowledge of PCB and PCBA manufacturing processes and traceability standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics related to electronic assemblies.
Experience with AS9100 quality management systems and U.S. export control (ITAR/EAR) compliance.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and balance multiple complex projects.
Comfortable working in a high-stress environment and adjusting quickly to evolving strategic priorities.

Additional Requirements: