ESU Mgr Prod Planning Sched 2 - 28121

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. • Chesapeake, MS

22h

About The Position

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! The Elevator Support Unit (ESU) group is currently looking for a Manager Production Planning Scheduler 2! The selected candidate will support ESU, managing and overseeing numerous HM&E (Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical) projects and provide expert solutions for shipboard alterations and installations in the accomplishment of fleet modernization. The selected candidate may be required to travel to shipyards and military bases located around the country and abroad when not assigned to a local project. Travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company and per diem will be provided based on location when on travel. This is a full-time position, located in Chesapeake, VA.

Requirements

• 6 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant progressive experience.
• Must have experience as a shipboard marine electronic/electrical trades specialty with 10 or more years of shipboard maintenance and repair experience.
• Must be able to read and interpret equipment and systems ship drawings and ship technical documents and manuals.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing Advance Weapons Elevators and associated Equipment.
• Experience in coordinating and supervising personnel effort in accomplishing shipboard repairs specifically on the following systems: Aircraft Elevator, Advanced Weapons Elevator, Stores Elevator Mechanical & Electrical.
• Prior experience being closely involved with practical aircraft carrier, maintenance availability, procedures, work integration administration and maintenance scheduling.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills as well as experience communicating with senior level Ship’s Force and government personnel.
• Must be able to assess and proactively address potential production and schedule issues.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD secret security clearance.
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of engineering drawings/data reading practices (MIL-STD-1000), being capable to perform logistic technical evaluation of equipment and material presented in these drawings.
• Must be computer literate with the ability to be comfortable and proficient at a computer terminal manipulating data.
• Candidate knowledge in MICROSOFT EXCEL and ACCESS is a definite plus.
• Must have experience working with Aircraft Elevators, Deck Edge Doors, and Hangar Bay Division Doors.
• Knowledge of how to capture Objective Quality Evidence (OQE), Technical Work Documents (TWD), Controlled Technical Work Documents (CTWD), and Work Authorization Forms (WAF’s).
• Must have full working knowledge of procedures and practices regarding operation of Alteration Installation Teams/Customer Contracted Team (AIT/CCT).
• Must have experience developing documentation for shipboard/industrial production projects utilizing technical work packages, labor/manpower (hours and industrial trades), material estimates, subcontractors & outside services, travel and/or other direct charges.

Nice To Haves

• A current, active DoD secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Uphold high standards of quality, integrity, safety, and performance consistent with company values.
• Lead planning and execution of project work, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives.
• Manage day‑to‑day project operations and serve as liaison among project management, technical teams, and line leadership.
• Coordinate and assign tasks across multiple jobs to meet production requirements and delivery schedules.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers and subcontractors to support program success and future business opportunities.
• Identify and resolve project challenges to achieve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Develop, maintain, and use technical documentation including work packages, procedures, test documents, and reports.
• Provide direct supervision and clear, objective-focused direction to staff in accordance with organizational policies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose technical issues to resolve problems efficiently.
• Apply broad knowledge of production processes to support effective task completion and project performance.
• Lead teams and oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring work direction is clearly communicated and executed.
• Perform complex or non-routine tasks as needed to support installation, operational requirements, or work assignments.
• Prepare schedules, status reports, and briefings for customers and senior leadership.

Benefits

• We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED