Production Planning and Scheduler

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. Coordinate and process planning and production control efforts supporting continued Virginia Class Submarine construction .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeGroton • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $98,000 - $123,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in production planning and control for Virginia Class Submarine construction, with strong capabilities in coordinating material requirements, scheduling, and advising on design and production issues. Proficient in developing work breakdown structures and managing interdepartmental activities to ensure efficient operations.

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Production PlanningMaterial CoordinationWork Breakdown DevelopmentMicrosoft Office ProficiencyNetwork Scheduling Techniques

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Hard Skills

Production ControlDesign AnalysisWork Order PreparationMaterial Flow ManagementScheduling Equipment and PersonnelDesign Revision AdvisingInventory ControlShop Processes KnowledgeShip Systems UnderstandingPlanning Methods

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeamwork Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeNNS Apprentice School GraduateNavy Nuclear Power School Graduate

Industry Keywords

Virginia Class SubmarineGeneral Dynamics Electric BoatNewport News ShipbuildingMilitary ExperienceManufacturing ExperienceShipbuilding Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and process planning and production control efforts supporting continued Virginia Class Submarine construction
Plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules
Coordinate material requirements to maintain controlled material flow for production, module delivery, new ship delivery, and Post Ship Availability requirements
Advise management on design work, design revisions, material availability, and potential production problems
Schedule equipment and personnel
Confirm material supply and demands
Prepare work orders or purchase requests based on master production schedules, shop load, and inventory requirements
Work with General Dynamics Electric Boat on processing design changes
Coordinate interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, material, engineering, inventory control, and traffic
Schedule, support, and expedite movement of components through move orders, stock transfers, and shipping-order requests
Prepare and analyze design-related reports for management review
Assess design disclosures and changes for program impact
Coordinate Virginia Class Submarine module deliveries, schedules, and material transfer needs
Advise senior management and customers on design and planning matters
Interface with Newport News Shipbuilding departments, Electric Boat, and government counterparts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience; Master's Degree and 8 years of relevant professional experience
Equivalent pathways include NNS Apprentice School graduate; Navy Nuclear Power School graduate; Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program plus 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 plus specified manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, military, or other relevant experience
Experienced thorough knowledge of Company operations, production processes, shop processes, ship systems, network scheduling principles, and planning methods
Ability to develop and maintain work breakdown, shipboard work packages, and planned bills of material
Good communication and teamwork skills
Minor programming skills
Thorough grasp of Microsoft Office Products
Exposure to network scheduling techniques is highly preferred
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Must work onsite; not eligible for telework

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Competitive benefits
Educational and training programs for continual career growth
No relocation assistance available