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# Production Planning Intern - Grand Rapids Site at Acron Aviation

- **Company:** Acron Aviation
- **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI
- **Employment:** internship
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-12
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/acronaviation/284a8d3b-8b83-4049-9464-60e91beee3fe

## Job description

At Acron Aviation, our ambition is to relentlessly reimagine and reshape the value chains by which we deliver results to customers, suppliers, and stakeholders in pursuit of innovations that create safer skies. We are committed to putting customers first, demonstrating ownership, moving with urgency, and communicating openly. As a Production Planning Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting aerospace manufacturing operations and supply chain activities. Working alongside experienced Operations and Supply Chain professionals, you will contribute to production planning, scheduling, material coordination, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact operational performance and customer delivery. This internship is ideal for students pursuing careers in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Operations who are eager to apply classroom learning in a real-world manufacturing environment.

## What You'll Do

- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules aligned to the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
- Support the release and tracking of work orders to meet production priorities.
- Monitor schedule performance and identify potential risks to on-time delivery.
- Help evaluate labor, material, and equipment capacity requirements.
- Support production sequencing and workflow planning across manufacturing operations.
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze production, inventory, and planning data to support decision-making.
- Assist in creating dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Utilize tools such as Excel, Power BI, SAP, or related systems to support operations.
- Material & Capacity Planning
- Monitor material shortages and support shortage management activities.
- Partner with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to help resolve constraints.
- Assist with capacity planning and resource analysis.
- Support inventory management and planning initiatives.
- Continuous Improvement
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
- Support Kaizen events and problem-solving activities.
- Assist in documenting and improving planning processes and standard work.
- Help maintain planning data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Participate in operational meetings and planning reviews.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams.
- Communicate schedule risks and recovery actions to stakeholders.
- Support special projects that improve operational performance

Required Qualifications

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in: Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics or Related field
- Sophomore standing or higher preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability toThis position may require access to information, technology, software, or hardware that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. To comply with these requirements, applicants must qualify as a US Person. work in a fast-paced team environment.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Previous internship, co-op, project, or coursework related to manufacturing, operations, or supply chain.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP.
- Experience with Power BI or data visualization tools.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma concepts.
- Interest in aerospace manufacturing and operations.

## Equal Opportunity Statement

Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additional Information: Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer

## About Acron Aviation

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Acron Aviation delivers avionics, pilot training, flight data intelligence, and simulation solutions for commercial aviation operators and OEMs worldwide.
- **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by TJC LP in November 2023 for $800M)
- **Headquarters**: St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
- **Founded**: 2023 (as Acron Aviation, with heritage tracing back more than 90 years to Edwin Link’s first flight simulator)
- **Founders**: Not disclosed (spun out from L3Harris’s Commercial Aviation Solutions business)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- **Target customers**: Aircraft operators (commercial, corporate, rotary-wing), airframe OEMs, and pilot training organizations (B2B, enterprise)
- **Mission**: “Innovate to create safer skies.”

## Products & Services
- **Avionics Systems**: OEM-certified ADS-B surveillance, configurable voice and data recorders, collision avoidance systems, navigation displays and processors, thermal switches.
- **Flight Data Intelligence**: Flight data monitoring, operational analytics, and risk management services (monitors 18,000+ flights per day).
- **Pilot Training**: Full Flight Simulators and training devices, with training centers in London (UK), Bangkok (Thailand), and Miami (USA). Also offers distance learning and maintenance training solutions.
- **Driver Training Solutions**: Professional-grade driving simulators and training programs for commercial and fleet operators.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly traded; acquired for $800M in November 2023.
- **Key Metric**: 130,000+ recorders, displays, and processors delivered; 350+ flight simulators in operation; 18,000+ flights monitored daily.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Owned by private equity firm TJC LP. Acquired Trakka Systems in October 2025.
- **Growth Signals**: 611 employees (+90% year-over-year, +520 people); global footprint across 12 countries (USA, UK, Thailand, India, France, etc.); recent acquisition of Trakka Systems; active job postings for engineering and systems roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- Over 90 years of combined heritage in aviation simulation and avionics (original Link simulator lineage).
- Unique “tier 1.5” positioning: combines OEM-certified hardware with turnkey training and data analytics under one roof.
- Global support network with AOG services, spares, repairs, and refurbished equipment across multiple continents.
- Extensive installed base (millions of flight hours of data, 350+ simulators) providing network effects for training and data services.

## Strategic Focus
- Become the unconventional “tier 1.5 partner of choice” for customers.
- Expand capabilities through acquisitions (e.g., Trakka Systems for electro-optical systems).
- Continue investing in flight data analytics and simulation technology to drive safety and efficiency.
- Scale headcount and global production facilities to meet growing demand.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: “Move Fast. Own It. Customer First. Speak Candidly.” Emphasis on collaboration, creativity, and diversity through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/office roles across multiple US locations (St. Petersburg HQ, Burnsville, Grand Rapids, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Sanford) plus UK (London) and Thailand (Bangkok).
- **Benefits (US highlights)**:
  - Competitive compensation
  - Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA
  - 10 holidays + flexible time-off; some locations offer 9/80 schedules
  - 401k match up to 6%
  - 6 weeks parental leave
  - Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program
  - Education assistance for qualified degree programs
- **Benefits (UK highlights)**:
  - Pension employer match up to 7%
  - 25 days holiday + bank holidays, buy/sell up to 5 days
  - Life assurance (4x salary)
  - Private medical insurance and Digital GP
- **Benefits (Thailand highlights)**:
  - Group health & life insurance including dental
  - Provident fund
  - Transportation allowance
  - Annual health check-up
- **Engineering Culture**: Opportunities across embedded hardware, FPGA, software V&V, systems engineering, avionics reliability, and electro-optical systems. Strong focus on safety-critical technology.

## Sources
1. [acronaviation.com](https://acronaviation.com/)
2. [Acron Aviation About Us](https://acronaviation.com/about-us/)
3. [Acron Aviation Careers](https://acronaviation.com/careers/)
4. [Acron Aviation Jobs on Lever](https://jobs.lever.co/acronaviation)
5. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/acronaviation)

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