PROD PLNG AND SCHEDULER 4

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Connecticut; On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a Senior Planning and Production Controller to direct production schedules for the Virginia Class Submarine program at the Groton/New London facilities, coordinating with EB, NNS and various departments to maintain steady material flow and readiness for ship builds.

The role requires a deep understanding of the entire build process, strong leadership, and the ability to advise management on design changes, material availability, and production constraints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of exempt experience required; Master's with 8 years alternative.
• Equivalent qualifications accepted including NNS Apprentice School or NNPS graduates.
• Strong knowledge of shipbuilding operations and production planning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, issue and control production schedules for Virginia Class Submarine program.
• Coordinate with materials, shop load and inventory to ensure timely deliveries.
• Advise management on status of design work, material availability and production issues.
• Schedule equipment and personnel and process design changes with EB and NNS Program Offices.
• Interdepartmental coordination with QA, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering and logistics.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree + 10 years exempt experience

NNS Apprentice School graduate

Navy Nuclear Power School graduate

Associate's degree + experience alternative

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teamcenter/NX

Job description

Req ID: 50153

Team: X83 GRTN NSSN DS/BLD

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: Yes, up to 10% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $98,000.00 to $123,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

The primary focus area for this position will be the Planning and Production Control functions for the Newport News shipbuilding (NNS) onsite X83 offices at the General Dynamics Electric Boat (EB) facilities in Groton and New London, CT.

This position provides for the coordination and processing of all planning / production control efforts in support of continued construction for the Virginia Class Submarine (VCS) program.

Plans, prepares, issues and controls production schedules and coordinates with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements, module delivery, new ship delivery, and Post Ship Availability requirements.

Advises management of the status of new design work in progress as well as revision of existing designs, material availability, and any potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided as needed. Schedules equipment and personnel, confirms material supply and demands, prepares work orders or purchase requests for the production or purchase of components or parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements, as well as working with EB for processing of all design changes.

Coordinates interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, material, engineering, inventory control, traffic, etc. Schedules, supports and expedites the movement of needed components by means of move orders, stock transfers and requests for shipping orders to support immediate urgent VCS needs.

Prepares and analyzes various design related reports for management review. Assesses design disclosures and changes for program impact as well as working with both EB and NNS Program Offices to expedite any changes needed. Coordinates with the cognizant NNS Module Shipment Completion Coordinator on activities associated with VCS module deliveries, schedule and its specific material transfer needs.

Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives within the design / planning arena. Acts as an advisor to senior management and customers.

This position requires the understanding of the entire build process as well as facilities and personnel resources. Regularly interfaces with NNS home departments, EB, and Government counterparts.

Coordinates interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, material, engineering, inventory control, traffic, etc. Schedules, supports and expedites the movement of needed components by means of move orders, stock transfers and requests for shipping orders to support immediate urgent CLB needs.

Prepares and analyzes various design related reports for management review. Assesses design disclosures and changes for program impact as well as working with both EB and NNS Program Offices to expedite any changes needed. Coordinates with the cognizant Module Shipment Completion Coordinator on activities associated with CLB module deliveries and their specific material transfer needs.

Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives within the design / planning arena. Acts as an advisor to senior management and customers.

This position requires the understanding of the entire build process as well as facilities and personnel resources. Regularly interfaces with NNS home departments, EB, and Government counterparts.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 8 year of relevant professional experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience

Nice to Have

• The candidates for this position should possess an experienced thorough knowledge of Shipbuilding operations, production processes, shop processes, ship systems, network scheduling principles, and planning methods.
• The individual will be required to work closely with the Construction Project and the Shipboard Trades to develop and maintain work breakdown, shipboard work packages, and planned bills of material.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are required.
• The incumbent will utilize minor programming skills and a thorough grasp of Microsoft Office Products.
• Exposure to network scheduling techniques is highly preferred.
• Will support either CLB or VSC:
  • The candidate should have a deep working knowledge of the CLB CR/CN Change Management Process and the resources and documents governing it.
  • The individual will be required to work closely with the Construction Project and the Shipboard Trades to develop and maintain work breakdown, shipboard work packages, and planned bills of material.
  • Incumbent will utilize minor programming skills and Microsoft Office Products.
  • Detailed experience in EB Teamcenter/NX and NNS Teamcenter/NX is preferred.
  • Exposure to network scheduling techniques is highly preferred.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

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Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.