About Shield AI
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its flagship autonomy software, Hivemind, powers aircraft, drones, and other platforms, enabling complex missions with high reliability in contested environments. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., and internationally, Shield AI’s products actively support U.S. and allied operations worldwide.
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Planner to help establish and optimize the planning organization for our new facility in India. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing production planning processes, training local planners, and ensuring seamless integration with our global supply chain. The ideal candidate has a strong background in manufacturing planning, ERP/MRP systems, and operational setup in new facilities.
*This position requires 50% travel to India, all applicants must be amenable to this requirement.*
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop and implement production planning processes for the India facility, ensuring alignment with company standards.
- Train and mentor local planning staff on best practices, ERP/MRP systems, and workflow management.
- Establish key performance metrics and reporting structures to monitor and optimize production scheduling.
- Work closely with supply chain, production, and engineering teams to ensure material availability and schedule adherence.
- Identify and resolve planning bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and coordination issues as the facility ramps up.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, production scheduling, or supply chain management.
- Expertise in ERP/MRP systems for planning, scheduling, and inventory control.
- Experience training and developing planning teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work across time zones.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience setting up planning functions in new manufacturing facilities, particularly in India.
- Background in aerospace, automotive, or other high-complexity manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with international supply chain coordination and vendor management.
- Ability to analyze data and develop strategies for improving scheduling efficiency.
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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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
