Master Scheduler; Onsite

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Location:

HCA
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Mission Sys (Propulsion) 3530 Branscombe Road, Fairfield, CA, 94533 USA

Date Posted:

Position Role Type:
Onsite

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• Create and maintain an 18‑month rolling Master Production Schedule based on demand forecasts, firm orders, and internal requirements.
• Translate customer demand into executable production plans, balancing constraints such as capacity, labor, and materials.
• Establish and manage the MPS supply load across all value streams and programs.
• Own the supply plan and ensure alignment with the demand plan and financial targets.
• Support the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP/S&OP) process by providing accurate, timely, and feasible schedules.
• Perform long‑term capacity‑to‑build (CTB) analysis and scenario planning for pull‑ins, customer commits, and late changes.
• Partner with Demand Planners to reconcile commit/request gaps and recommend changes to output plans.
• Define and manage product fulfillment strategies, inventory targets, and stocking policies for finished goods.
• Conduct target stock analysis and drive finished goods availability in line with program and business objectives.
• Support both revenue and non‑revenue requirements (e.g., spares, rework, test inventory).
• Monitor and respond to schedule exceptions such as material shortages, engineering changes, ECOs, and quality holds.
• Own short lead time simulations, supply recovery planning, and updates to the schedule based on real‑time constraints.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Configuration Management to integrate ECOs, ECPs, and NPI builds into the master schedule.
• Track and report key KPIs including Schedule Adherence, Schedule Attainment, On‑Time Delivery (OTD), and inventory accuracy.
• Support leadership reporting on output plans (quantity/dollars) and deviations from the business plan, production plan, and shipment targets.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement to ensure material availability aligns with the schedule.
• Act as a key liaison between Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Contracts teams.
• Provide accurate Estimated Completion Dates (ECDs) and maintain communication with stakeholders regarding schedule changes or risks.
• Participate in customer reviews, program meetings, and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Ensure all scheduling activities are compliant with ITAR, FAR/DFARS, AS9100, and internal quality procedures.
• Maintain audit‑ready schedule history and documentation to support DCMA, government, and customer audits.

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Experience in production scheduling, supply planning, or operations in an Aerospace & Defense or complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP, MPS, and SIOP principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS) and advanced planning tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP).
• Experience with program‑based manufacturing and contract deliverables.
• Strong working knowledge of configuration management and engineering change control.
• Proficiency in tools like Power BI, Tableau, Excel (pivot tables, data modeling).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages such as pet, home, and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness coverage, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
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