nlight
The Production Planner at nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. plays a key role in ensuring the successful and timely execution of High Energy Laser production programs by transforming engineering release schedules and technical build requirements into actionable production plans. This position involves managing both in-house assemblies and out-of-house buys, coordinating closely with Engineering, Program Management, Procurement, and shopfloor technical teams. The role requires monitoring production progress, identifying schedule risks, and communicating updates to ensure alignment with overall program milestones.
Headquarters
Camas, Washington, United States
Company Size
1001-5000 employees
Founded
2000
nLIGHT designs and manufactures high‑power semiconductor and fiber lasers and amplifiers for demanding applications. Their products are used in mission‑critical directed energy, sensing (including lidar), and advanced manufacturing such as materials processing. nLIGHT emphasizes high power, reliability, and scalability through diode lasers, fiber‑laser modules and integrated systems. They serve industrial and defense customers worldwide with engineered laser solutions and production capabilities.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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