Production Planner

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

The marine services operations (MSO) trades teams provide expert solutions on shipboard alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The Production Scheduler candidate will develop, maintain, and report on project schedules and progress in a shipyard environment, utilizing NAVSEA standards and various software tools while ensuring clear communication. This is a full‑time position, located in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA area.

This position does not provide relocation assistance.

• Develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). Responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining detailed production schedules that ensure timely execution of installation milestones.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to track progress, mitigate risks, and drive schedule compliance aligned with contract and program requirements.
• Utilize scheduling and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel).
• Assist project team with developing and maintaining contract deliverables for various projects.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling accuracy and efficiency.

• Associate’s Degree or other 2‑year technical degree in related discipline and 1 year of related experience; or high school diploma or equivalent and 3 years related experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• Must have experience and knowledge with Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings and/or blueprints.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Understanding of production workflows and scheduling best practices.
• Ability to work in a shipyard industrial environment to attend on‑site meetings and coordinate scheduling reports, as needed.
• Must have experience with the planning, development, and maintenance of production schedules.
• Knowledge and experience using scheduling and program management tools such as MS Project.

• Full understanding of NAVSEA  standards, related to formatting the Plan of Action and Milestones.
• At least 5 years of direct work experience.
• A current, active DoD secret security clearance or higher.
• Experience using Visio.

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

• Best‑in‑class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings plan options (401(k)) and financial planning tools.
• Life insurance and employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and early childhood/post‑secondary education scholarships.

Anticipated Salary Range: $51,251.00 – $63,624.70.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additionally, you may also call for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.