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Defense Planner Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense ... The Production Planner II is usually responsible for planning activities for either a moderate ...

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense ... The Production Planner II is usually responsible for planning activities for either a moderate ...

Production Planner II

Chandler, AZ ยท On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense ... The Production Planner II is usually responsible for planning activities for either a moderate ...

Planner/Buyer

Tucson, AZ ยท On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

... Defense, Administrative-Accounting-Finance, Call Center Operations, Life Sciences, Healthcare, ... Staff Experts, LLC is currently seeking to fill several Planner/Buyer positions. If you are ...

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Process Planner

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$31 - $32/hr

Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, electronics, or other complex manufacturing environments. * Experience with factory operations, production recovery planning, and manufacturing readiness.

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

Program Planner II - Onsite

Tucson, AZ ยท On-site

$68K - $131K/yr

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

Program Planner II - Onsite

Tucson, AZ ยท On-site

$68K - $131K/yr

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Program Planning Department within Raytheon is seeking a program management/planning professional to join our team. In this role you ...

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Defense Planner information

What is the difference between Defense Planner vs Defense Analyst?

AspectDefense PlannerDefense Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in defense, security studies, or related field; often requires security clearanceBachelor's or master's in political science, security studies, or related; may also need security clearance
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, military departments, defense contractorsGovernment agencies, think tanks, defense contractors, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in defense planning, policy development, and strategic operationsFocuses on analyzing defense data, threat assessments, and policy implications

Defense Planners develop strategic defense plans and policies, while Defense Analysts evaluate defense data and threats. Both roles require security clearances and work within government or defense sectors, but their focus differs: planning versus analysis.

Infographic showing various Defense Planner job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Manufacturing Planner Level 3

Mesa, AZ โ€ข On-site

$49/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Planner Level 3
LOCATION: Mesa, AZ
PAY RATE: $49.00/hr

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)

  • Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

  • Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

  • Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

  • Shift: 1st could be 5 8 hours days or 4 10 hour days

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

  • Reviews and coordinates engineering drawing and planning changes into manufacturing work instructions.

  • Reviews and understands specification documents and critical terminology for electrical manufacturing.

  • Proficient in reading and interpreting BDS and BCA process and specification documents for engineering design systems.

  • Proficient in managing and processing manufacturing planning requirements.

  • Develops manufacturing planning execution to incorporate engineering requirements.

  • Incorporates changes to existing manufacturing planning.

  • Applies prior knowledge and experience supporting VC25B, AH64, and or STL programs.

  • Applies prior knowledge and technical proficiency working with Manufacturing Execution System Common Image (MESCI).

  • Applies prior knowledge of electrical fabrication processes.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor 1 years' related work experience, 5 years' related work experience, etc.).

  • Proficient in reading and interpreting BDS and BCA process and specification documents for engineering design systems.

  • Proficient in managing and processing manufacturing planning requirements.

  • Ability to review and coordinate engineering drawing and planning changes into manufacturing work instructions.

  • Ability to review and understand specification documents and critical terminology for electrical manufacturing.

  • Experience developing manufacturing planning execution to incorporate engineering requirements.

  • Experience incorporating changes to existing manufacturing planning.

  • Preferred: Prior knowledge and experience supporting VC25B, AH64, or STL programs.

  • Preferred: Prior knowledge and technical proficiency with Manufacturing Execution System Common Image (MESCI).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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