Logistics Material Planning and Fulfillment Specialist (SkillBridge)

About the role

The Military DoD SkillBridge program lets active-duty Service members gain civilian work experience through training, apprenticeships or internships during the last 180 days of service. GE Aerospace, as a SkillBridge partner, offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields while evaluating the Service member's suitability for the work; participants continue to receive military pay and benefits. This position is remote and based in Sterling, Virginia, within Dowty Propellers, a GE Aerospace company.

The Logistics Material Planning and Fulfillment Specialist owns material availability and execution to support business operating rhythms, production plans and customer commitments. The role partners with sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, quality and suppliers so that material flow supports Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Own material planning and fulfillment execution for assigned parts, commodities, programs or value streams
• Convert demand signals, forecasts and production schedules into executable material plans
• Monitor material availability, past due orders, shortages and fulfillment risks, and drive recovery actions
• Partner with sourcing and suppliers to improve delivery performance and resolve supply constraints
• Maintain planning parameters such as lead times, reorder points, safety stock, lot sizing and order policies
• Work in ERP/MRP systems to keep material signals, orders and inventory visible
• Manage material issues daily through visual management, action tracking and escalation
• Balance service, working capital and production needs, and drive continuous improvement
• Collaborate with operations, production control, logistics, engineering, quality and sourcing teams, and communicate risks and recovery plans to stakeholders

Required profile

• Active military personnel on their last 180 days of service
• Experience in material planning, supply chain, production control, fulfillment, manufacturing or operations
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
• U.S. export-control clearance: must be able to prove U.S. Person status (lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, asylee or refugee)

Required skills

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and planning data
• Preferred: Excel and data analysis, inventory management, replenishment planning, supplier performance management, lean principles and shortage recovery planning