Senior Scheduler

Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Scheduler (Sr. Scheduler) to join our team in the ship maintenance industry. As a Scheduler, you will be responsible for preparing and coordinating plans and schedules for new or existing programs, determining manpower requirements, and analyzing the impact of projects on various areas such as Operations, Program Management Office, Facilities, and Crafts. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with some experience in the ship maintenance industry to develop their skills and knowledge in scheduling and project management.

• Prepare and coordinate plans and schedules for new or existing programs
• Determine, monitor, and review manpower requirements
• Analyze the effects of projects on various areas such as budgets, on time delivery, and resource availability.
• Formulate and recommend corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, fund allocations, and work requirements
• Develop solutions to a variety of problems of increased scope and complexity
• Work under general direction from supervision, with some guidance from policies and practices
• Ensure accountability for completion of projects and goals
• Deliver products on time and without error
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external customers to gather information and resolve issues
• Other scheduler related activities as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Work primarily in an office setting with some travel to customer work sites or internal company locations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Program Management Office, Facilities, and Crafts

Performance Expectations:

• Work is reviewed for judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy
• Able to lead a project scheduling team or by oneself.
• Accountable for completion of project goals and deliverables

Career Development:

• Opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in scheduling and project management
• Potential for advancement to Principal Scheduler or project manager roles with experience and performance

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for project management and the ship maintenance industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in the ship maintenance industry 4 years of experience with a Bachelors degree. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education.
• Scheduling experience
• Basic understanding of industry practices, techniques, and standards
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team setting, relying on others and others relying on you for project success
• Proficiency in scheduling software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Open Plan)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and Word)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically an Associate's degree and 6+ years of experience or a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience in a related field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Operations Management)
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools
• Knowledge of ship maintenance industry regulations and standards

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930

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 Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.