Master Scheduler Principle

Job Description
The Master Scheduler is the focal point for coordinating supply chain plans / strategy. The scheduler coordinates the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure the master production schedule satisfies the business requirements. The scheduler develops and implements long-term supply chain strategies through a master production schedule that satisfies customer demand and maintains optimum resource utilization. The scheduler balances current and future customer demand requirements with manufacturing and supplier capabilities/capacities to ensure successful completion of customer requirements.
The Master Scheduler optimizes the scheduling system by coordinating updates of critical inputs to the ERP system, including such parameters as planning calendar, lead times, time fences, safety stocks, lot sizes, action messages, and other order modifiers. The Master Scheduler will foster, drive, promote, or participate in continual communications with manufacturing, sales, and supply chain teams. Inform all stakeholders of potential problems, opportunities and recommend alternatives related to forecasted and non-forecasted orders.
This position requires that the individual possess a strong understanding of procurement and planning process steps. Candidate will be expected to train and mentor junior level supply chain team members. This position relies on experience and judgment to organize, plan, and accomplish department objectives with a wide degree of creativity, continuous improvement approach, and latitude expected to fulfill a variety of duties.

The Master Scheduler will drive to connect analytic insights to decision and action. Scheduler will partner with stakeholders on the development and implementation of projects that improve overall scheduling and risk mitigation. Candidates will manage data and prepared reports as needed to facilitate and recommend actions to ensure optimal supply chain execution.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master Scheduling experience in a large multifaceted electronic manufacturing environment
• Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations
• Significant ERP System Experience (Oracle, SAP, Other), inclusive of shop floor control systems
• Knowledge of Manufacturing processes
• Sales & Operations Experience / knowledge
• Inventory / stockroom management
• Project Management experience
• Ability to verbally and accurately report production status to program team or factory team
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Create presentation materials and give presentations to leadership team, production team, and customers
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Ability to analyze, react, and train on exceptions in MRP, especially around Bills of Material, Material Planning, Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders and ECOs. The individual would be proactive to reduce exceptions and may influence system change requests to the MRP system. Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Advanced level education completed or in process
• APICS certified
• Ability to implement Lean & Six Sigma improvements

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $110617 - $188048

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.