Production Scheduler

About the role

We are seeking a Production Scheduler who is passionate about human space exploration, the origins of the universe, and working with a diverse team to make a global impact. You will be part of a team that works closely with NASA to develop and deliver systems that enable space exploration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for production and processing services ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of detailed production schedules across the EVA (Extravehicular Activity) program.
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Serve as the planning focal for program hardware builds, from procurement through delivery.
• Develop, maintain, and adjust daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
• Cook up capacity planning, make/buy decisions, and scenario modeling to inform critical path strategies.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize build sequencing and resource allocation.
• Track production KPIs, generate dashboards, and deliver planning insights.
• Analyze production data to optimize lead times, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
• Mentor junior team members and support their professional development.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a field or in a related area.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, supply chain, industrial engineering, or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly and testing of critical hardware.
• 10+ years of production planning or project management experience using Microsoft Project, preferably in the aerospace field.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed scheduling decisions.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Qualifications

• This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a field or in a related area.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, supply chain, industrial engineering, or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly and testing of critical hardware.
• 10+ years of production planning or project management experience using Microsoft Project, preferably in the aerospace field.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed scheduling decisions.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed scheduling decisions.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Benefits

Excellent personal and professional career growth, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable, onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch), and much, much more!

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.