Senior Scheduler

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets.

We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here. Come join our team!

Senior Scheduler – Norfolk, Virginia. Monday–Friday 0700–1545.

$68,325 – $91,100. This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role and takes into account factors such as skill sets, experience, training and education. General Dynamics NASSCO‑Norfolk also provides a variety of benefits, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), and wellness coaching.

The Senior Scheduler is responsible for producing critical‑path, resource‑loaded production schedules and integrating NASSCO’s production schedule with Assist Integration Teams (AIT) and subcontractors. The Senior Scheduler will develop and provide production reports to the management team.

Typical qualifications: BA/BS in a related field plus two (2) years of directly related experience, OR AA/AS plus four (4) years, OR eight (8) years of directly related experience. Directly related experience in project or production management is preferred.

• Knowledge of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) standard items 009‑60 and 009‑111
• Ship repair, overhaul and modernization processes and procedures
• Repair and modernization Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) philosophy
• Competency in Microsoft Office products and proficiency with scheduling software
• Proficiency in activity definition, sequencing, critical‑path analysis, resource loading and leveling
• Strong ability to develop master plans and detailed tactical schedules
• Familiarity with estimating and contractual methods in a government environment
• Ability to follow instructions and a willingness to learn
• Knowledge of NASSCO safety and environmental policies

Physical requirements include the ability to carry, lift, walk, climb, pull, crawl, sit, crouch, stoop, kneel, stand and talk as required. Visual and hearing requirements include seeing and hearing adequately in a moderate noise environment.

The Senior Scheduler reports to the Scheduling Manager. Internally, the role maintains contacts with Estimating, Engineering, Contracts, Supply Chain, Production Management, Trade supervision and Business Development. Externally, the Senior Scheduler works with subcontractors and NASSCO customers. The position has no direct reports.

• Review project contract documents and drawings to determine scope and schedule development.
• Organize scope into major categories to outline deliverables and milestones.
• Sequence major work priorities into a logical schedule.
• Determine critical paths that anchor overall project completion dates.
• Modify critical paths based on prevailing conditions.
• Create Work Breakdown Structures for all new work orders.
• Understand work specifications and drawings.
• Determine workflow with trade support.
• Initially schedule all projects prior to definitive customer agreement.
• Perform initial and final resourcing, assigning shops and using estimates to assign hours.
• Attend scheduling reviews with production, trade and estimating personnel.
• Report progress of scheduling during project execution.
• Perform all scheduler principal responsibilities.

The Senior Scheduler is accountable to the Scheduling Manager for accurate and timely schedules.

Must be willing to travel and possess reliable transportation. Must be a U.S. citizen and qualify for a Common Access Card (CAC) and a security clearance. Must maintain a reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime. Must be physically able to transit all areas of the facility and work aboard marine vessels, drydock, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and wear personal protective equipment.

These tasks may involve dirty, dusty, hot or cold, and noisy environments.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.