Mgr Prod Planning Sched 1 -(29271)

HII's Mission Technologies division•Newport News, VA

6d•$72,254 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment. Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships. Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results. Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners. Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities. Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose. These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies. Job Description The Production Scheduling Manager for the ESU Door Team is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all production activities associated with aircraft carrier door systems. This position ensures work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with technical requirements while supporting overall RCOH production objectives. The manager serves as the primary interface between production, planning, engineering, quality, supply chain, and customer representatives to eliminate barriers to execution and maintain schedule performance.

Requirements

4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.
Strong knowledge of production scheduling and shipyard operations.
Understanding naval maintenance and modernization processes.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, work packages, specifications, and engineering documentation.
Experience coordinating multiple work groups across complex industrial projects.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and production scheduling software.
Knowledge of safety, quality, and procedural compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Directly responsible for the mechanical elevator doors assessments, planning, maintenance, repairs, and final testing of the following systems below; along with any assigned work directed by Project/Program Management Team: Navy Standard Ventilation Recirc systems (800 + Systems),Unit Heaters, Ventilation

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and execute integrated production schedules for all assigned door system work.
Coordinate daily production activities to ensure manpower, material, tooling, and technical documentation are available before work begins.
Monitor schedule performance and identify risks that could impact milestones, testing, or delivery dates.
Lead daily production meetings and communicate priorities, resource requirements, and schedule changes to supervisors and craftsmen.
Coordinate with Planning and Scheduling, Material and Logistics, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Test, and Ship’s Force to resolve production issues.
Track work package completion, milestone progress, and critical path activities.
Ensure all work complies with safety requirements, technical procedures, NAVSEA standards, and company policies.
Review work delays, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve schedule adherence.
Support installation, repair, modernization, testing, and certification of all assigned door systems.
Develop recovery plans for schedule variances and provide leadership updates on progress and forecasted completion dates.
Monitor labor utilization and productivity to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality workmanship.
Ensure production metrics, reports, and management dashboards are accurate and submitted on time.
Promote continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reduce rework, and improve communication across departments.
Mentor supervisors and production personnel while fostering accountability, teamwork, and ownership of assigned work.