Master Scheduler

Master SchedulerThe Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for a site, value stream, or key program within an Aerospace and Defense (A&D) environment. This role ensures the alignment of customer demand, internal capacity, material availability, and inventory targets across long- and short-term planning horizons. Operating at the intersection of planning, execution, and program management, the Master Scheduler plays a critical role in achieving on-time delivery, revenue goals, and customer satisfaction—while maintaining compliance with strict regulatory and contractual standards.What You Will Do:Create and maintain an 18-month rolling Master Production Schedule based on demand forecasts, firm orders, and internal requirementsTranslate customer demand into executable production plans, balancing constraints such as capacity, labor, and materialsIncorporate make-to-stock, make-to-order, assemble-to-order, and engineer-to-order strategies into schedule logicEstablish and manage the MPS supply load across all value streams and programsOwn the supply plan and ensure alignment with the demand plan and financial targetsSupport the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP/S&OP) process by providing accurate, timely, and feasible schedulesPerform long-term capacity-to-build (CTB) analysis and scenario planning for pull-ins, customer commits, and late changesPartner with Demand Planners to reconcile commit/request gaps and recommend changes to output plansDefine and manage product fulfillment strategies, inventory targets, and stocking policies for finished goodsConduct target stock analysis and drive finished goods availability in line with program and business objectivesSupport 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 holdsOwn short lead time simulations, supply recovery planning, and updates to the schedule based on real-time constraintsMaintain the Recommended Changes File for output plan modifications, and communicate changes in quantity and dollar impactSupport monthly and quarterly capacity reviews, ensuring assumptions are validated and actionableBalance the rate plan across value streams or factory lines to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecksEvaluate the feasibility of new product ramps or high-mix schedules based on capacity, supplier readiness, and resource constraintsCoordinate with Engineering and Configuration Management to integrate ECOs, ECPs, and NPI builds into the master scheduleSchedule First Article Inspections (FAIs) and support ramp-up/ramp-down transitionsAlign NPI timelines with customer validation requirements and production readinessTrack and report key KPIs including Schedule Adherence, Schedule Attainment, On-Time Delivery (OTD), and inventory accuracyProvide visibility into schedule variances, risks, and recovery actionsSupport leadership reporting on output plans (quantity/dollars) and deviations from the business plan, production plan, and shipment targetsPartner with Supply Chain and Procurement to ensure material availability aligns with the scheduleProvide early visibility of supply needs for long-lead or high-risk componentsProactively address shortages, expedite needs, and support hot parts resolutionAct as a key liaison between Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Contracts teamsProvide accurate Estimated Completion Dates (ECDs) and maintain communication with stakeholders regarding schedule changes or risksParticipate in customer reviews, program meetings, and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)Ensure all scheduling activities are compliant with ITAR, FAR/DFARS, AS9100, and internal quality proceduresMaintain audit-ready schedule history and documentation to support DCMA, government, and customer auditsQualifications You Must Have: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 experienceU.S. Citizen - The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearancePrior experience in production schedulingPrior experience manufacturing environmentPrior experience of ERPs, MRP, MPS, and SIOP principlesQualifications We Prefer:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related fieldPrior experience in production scheduling, supply planning, or operations in an Aerospace & DefenseExcellent analytical, communication, and organizational skillsAPICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP)Experience with program-based manufacturing and contract deliverablesStrong working knowledge of configuration management and engineering change controlProficiency in tools like Power BI, Tableau, Excel (pivot tables, data modeling)Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS) and advanced planning toolsAbility to work with export-controlled and/or classified data under U.S. government regulationsWhat We Offer Benefits:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption Assistance ????????Autism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!