Principal Specialist, Master Scheduler (Onsite)

Master Scheduler – Responsibilities 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. Incorporate make‑to‑stock, make‑to‑order, assemble‑to‑order, and engineer‑to‑order strategies into schedule logic. 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 with 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. Maintain the Recommended Changes File for output plan modifications, and communicate changes in quantity and dollar impact. Support monthly and quarterly capacity reviews, ensuring assumptions are validated and actionable. Balance the rate plan across value streams or factory lines to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks. Evaluate the feasibility of new product ramps or high‑mix schedules based on capacity, supplier readiness, and resource constraints. Coordinate with Engineering and Configuration Management to integrate ECOs, ECPs, and NPI builds into the master schedule. Schedule First Article Inspections (FAIs) and support ramp‑up/ramp‑down transitions. Align NPI timelines with customer validation requirements and production readiness. Track and report key KPIs, including Schedule Adherence, Schedule Attainment, On‑Time Delivery (OTD), and inventory accuracy. Provide visibility into schedule variances, risks, and recovery actions. 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. Provide early visibility of supply needs for long‑lead or high‑risk components; proactively address shortages and expedite needs. 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 comply with ITAR, FAR/DFARS, AS9100, and internal quality procedures. Maintain audit‑ready schedule history and documentation to support DCMA, government, and customer audits. Required Qualifications U.S. citizenship required for security clearance. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance. University degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with minimum 3 years of experience. Prior experience in production scheduling and manufacturing environment. Experience with ERPs, MRP, MPS, and SIOP principles. Knowledge of configuration management and engineering change control. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field. Prior experience in production scheduling, supply planning, or operations in aerospace & defense. Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills. APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP). Experience with program‑based manufacturing and contract deliverables. Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, Excel (pivot tables, data modeling). Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, IFS) and advanced planning tools. Ability to work with export‑controlled and/or classified data under U.S. government regulations. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching. Tuition reimbursement program. Student loan repayment program. Life insurance and disability coverage. Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident coverage, critical illness, group legal, ID theft protection. Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits. Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions. Wellness incentives and rewards program. Virtual doctor visits and telehealth services. Child and elder care services. Equal Opportunity Employer RTX 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr