Production Control Planner Scheduler
Denver, CO, United States
- Manufacturing
- Full-time
- production scheduling
- production control
- manufacturing planning
The Production Control Planner Scheduler at Leidos Defense Systems manages and maintains production schedules to ensure timely manufacturing and delivery of defense-related products. This role involves coordinating internal departments, managing materials requirements using ERP systems like CostPoint, and performing capacity analysis to optimize production. The position requires experience with Microsoft Project, MES systems, and strong communication skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and schedule adherence.
Description
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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
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Leidos’ Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing Facility is seeking a talented Production Control Planner Scheduler to join our team located in Colorado Springs, CO. This position will be planning and managing timelines and will maintain a production schedule for assigned programs.
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!
Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!
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Primary Responsibilities
Planning and managing timelines for manufacturing processes to ensure timely production and delivery of goods.
Manage order demand for assigned programs within CostPoint (Inventory Reservations CMR, or MRP).
Maintain a 6 week production schedule for assigned programs using Microsoft Project and Deltek Cost Point.
Interact with internal departments to coordinate execution of production schedule.
Print Manufacturing Orders in support of production schedule.
Create and track Purchase Order delivery schedule.
Conduct status meetings with internal and external customers.
Perform capacity analysis for required equipment and coordinate its use.
Work continually to drive improvements to on time delivery.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in logistics or business with at least 4 years in a production planning role with use of an EPR system (CostPoint Preferred). Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Experience in using an MES.
Previous experience using Microsoft Project.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to lead meetings.
Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
5 years of prior relevant experience or a Masters degree with 2-4 years experience.
A working knowledge of Deltek CostPoint.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Project.
Experience using Solumina MES.
Prior experience with multi-resource scheduling (Experience in a CNC machining environment is a plus).
Active Secret clearance.
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”
Original Posting:
January 2, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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