Job Description

Job Title: Production Planner

Location: Coventry, UK

Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).

Vacancy Type: Full-time, 12 month FTC and onsite

Salary: £30,000 - £37,500 per annum (subject to experience)

About the role

Plan with precision. Keep production moving.

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Production Planner to join our Vehicle Systems team in Coventry on a 12 month FTC. In this role, you’ll manage and coordinate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) ensuring materials, capacity, and resources align to meet customer demand across multiple programmes.

You’ll work closely with Material Controllers, Production Managers, and key stakeholders to optimise workflow, maintain accurate schedules, and ensure production runs efficiently and on time. If you enjoy problem-solving, coordination, and seeing your plans come to life on the shop floor, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

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What you’ll get in return

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

* Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities

* Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)

* Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme

* Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)

* Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions

* Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary

* Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs

* Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business

* Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll take ownership of the Master Production Schedule (MPS), consolidating multiple project demands into achievable, efficient plans that align with capacity and customer delivery targets.

You’ll generate and manage Production Works Orders (PWOs), ensuring accuracy, timely updates, and proper closure to support invoicing and reporting. Working closely with Material Controllers, you’ll ensure inbound materials meet production requirements, while collaborating with Production Managers to align manpower and resources to schedule.

You’ll also help drive continuous improvement — identifying process efficiencies and system enhancements that keep our production planning function robust and responsive.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings strong planning, analytical, and communication skills, along with hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment. You’ll ideally have:

* Proven experience in production planning or supply chain management within low to medium-volume automotive or defence manufacturing

* Proficiency with QAD, MRP, or equivalent systems

* Experience managing Bills of Materials (BoMs) and production schedules

* Understanding of system integration and configuration management

* Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple business functions

* A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail

* HNC or equivalent qualification in a manufacturing or technical discipline (desirable)

* Experience in risk and opportunity management to ensure operational efficiency

Our team embraces modern technologies, including AI-assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results. Candidates should either have experience using AI tools or demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply them in their role.

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace