Master Scheduler (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace

Largo (FL)

On-site

USD 108,000 - 205,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) retirement plan with employer匹配

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Largo, FL seeks a Master Scheduler to develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for aerospace programs. You will align demand, capacity, and inventory targets across value streams to achieve on-time delivery and revenue goals.

Responsibilities include 18-month planning, CTB analysis, and coordinating with Engineering, Contracts, and Finance while ensuring ITAR and FAR/DFARS compliance. Requires DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship.

Qualifications

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 experience
U.S. Citizenship is required for security clearance eligibility and ability to obtain/maintain DoD clearance
Experience with production scheduling and ERPs/MRP/MPS/SIOP principles

Responsibilities

Create and maintain an 18-month rolling Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on demand forecasts and firm orders
Translate demand into executable production plans considering capacity, labor, and materials
Schedule alignment with value streams and programs to meet on-time delivery and targets
Coordinate ECOs, ECPs, and NPI ramps with Engineering and Configuration Management
Support monthly/quarterly capacity reviews and provide schedule visibility and KPIs

Skills

Production scheduling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP)

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/IFS)

Job description

Location

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

Date Posted

2026-08-11

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

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 clearance

Security Clearance Type

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The 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 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 by providing 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, expedite needs, and support hot parts resolution

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 are compliant with ITAR, FAR/DFARS, AS9100, and internal quality procedures

Maintain audit-ready schedule history and documentation to support DCMA, government, and customer audits

Qualifications 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 experience

U.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 clearance

Prior experience in production scheduling

Prior experience manufacturing environment

Prior experience of ERPs, MRP, MPS, and SIOP principles

Qualifications We Prefer

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field

Prior experience in production scheduling, supply planning, or operations in an Aerospace & Defense

Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills

APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP)

Experience with program-based manufacturing and contract deliverables

Strong working knowledge of configuration management and engineering change control

Proficiency in tools like Power BI, Tableau, Excel (pivot tables, data modeling)Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS) and advanced planning tools

Ability to work with export-controlled and/or classified data under U.S. government regulations

What We Offer Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection