Got a Mind for Manufacturing and a Passion for Planes? Let’s Talk.

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire a Manufacturing Operations Planner – FLRAA in Amarillo, TX.

Pay Rate: $25 – $42/hour
Schedule: 1st Shift, 4x10s (Monday–Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)

About the Role

Bring your precision, problem-solving mindset, and manufacturing expertise to a team where innovation takes flight. As a Manufacturing Operations Planner, you’ll be the critical link between engineering and production—transforming complex aircraft designs into efficient, executable manufacturing plans.

Your work will directly impact the quality, accuracy, and success of advanced aviation programs, including the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). If you thrive in fast-paced, high-tech environments and love seeing your planning turn into real-world results, this is where you belong.

What You’ll Do

• Develop detailed work instructions, tooling requirements, and production plans for both new and existing aircraft assemblies.

• Incorporate and implement engineering changes in accordance with Bell systems, policies, and procedures.

• Interrogate blueprints and digital product data (CAD, GD&T, etc.) to plan and support manufacturing operations.

• Reconcile Engineering and Manufacturing Bills of Material (BOM) for accuracy and efficiency.

• Collaborate with Change Management, Manufacturing, and Industrial Engineering teams to ensure seamless production flow.

• Support tooling design reviews and evaluations to improve manufacturing processes.

• Provide rapid, solutions-oriented support to the factory floor for timely execution of changes and redline corrections.

• Identify opportunities for process and tooling improvements through root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Bring

Required:

• 3–5 years of experience in Production or Manufacturing Planning.

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T specifications.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling methodologies, and aircraft assembly operations.

• Skilled in Bell ERP systems, ideally 3DX (Dassault), PEO (SAP), or SAP.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.

• Experience supporting aircraft manufacturing or MRB (Material Review Board) functions.

• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally to drive efficiency and process excellence.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with cutting-edge aerospace programs. Here, your work matters—you’ll help bring next-generation aircraft to life while advancing your career in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

• Partner with industry leaders shaping the future of aviation.

• Gain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing and planning systems.

• Enjoy a steady first-shift schedule that supports work-life balance.

• Benefit from competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

• Join a team that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights?

If you’re ready to turn your planning expertise into real aerospace impact, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join PDS Tech Commercial as a Manufacturing Operations Planner – FLRAA in Amarillo, TX, and help us shape the future of flight.

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