Industrial Engineer/Program Scheduler - Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.
Birmingham, AL
About the Job
Job Descriptions:
The Program Scheduler will be responsible for implementing scheduling best practices for program planning. This position will be responsible for creating, executing, and monitoring a dynamic Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). This position will work closely within a team which includes program management, finance, inventory and technical. This position will facilitate movement of components within the facility.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Prepare, maintain, and analyze an IMS for Kratos SRE Hypersonic Structures.
+ Experience with activities related to planning and/or scheduling of multiple projects concurrently
+ Strong communication, organization, planning, and project management skills
+ Develop, maintain, and improve scheduling tools and processes that identify, analyze, and brief potential schedule constraints.
+ Evaluate schedules and shares forecast assumptions and impacts to critical milestones with various customers.
+ Coordinate with internal and external machine shops, internal laboratories, business partners and vendors.
+ Track, receive, and move multiple components through the different phases of the process
+ De-conflict and setting priorities by working with leadership, engineers, machinist, and lab technicians.
+ Establish Earned Value Management (EVM) practices to support management decisions.
Other Job Functions:
+ Apply basic and advanced skills in procedures, techniques, tools, software and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization.
+ Work semi-independently with managerial guidance to accomplish tasks.
+ Develop a scheduling methodology for our unique business.
+ Develop and maintain scheduling and operational performance metrics.
+ Perform other duties as may be required by manager.
+ Experience in developing or maintaining resource-loaded schedules.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Required Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
+ Attention to Detail -Ensures details of assigned tasks are followed.
+ Attendance / Punctuality -Is consistently at work and on time.
+ Planning and Organization -Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications:
+ US Citizenship required.
+ Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance at a level equivalent to Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET
+ Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or other related business discipline; or equivalent experience
+ Expertise in Microsoft Office products, to include MS Project
+ Strong math and analytical skills
+ Very good interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Project management training
+ Production and Inventory Management training
+ Scheduling experience in the manufacturing, logistics, or service sector
+ Experience using Microsoft Power Bi
WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:
Safety glasses
Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
Composite toe safety shoes
Physical Demands
In performing the work for this position, the supervisor must be able to:
Work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
Walk for reasonable distances.
Lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Travel:
Up to 10% may be required with occasional overnight stays.
Keyword: Program Scheduler, master schedule, planning, scheduling, forecasting,
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
From: Kratos Defense
The Program Scheduler will be responsible for implementing scheduling best practices for program planning. This position will be responsible for creating, executing, and monitoring a dynamic Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). This position will work closely within a team which includes program management, finance, inventory and technical. This position will facilitate movement of components within the facility.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Prepare, maintain, and analyze an IMS for Kratos SRE Hypersonic Structures.
+ Experience with activities related to planning and/or scheduling of multiple projects concurrently
+ Strong communication, organization, planning, and project management skills
+ Develop, maintain, and improve scheduling tools and processes that identify, analyze, and brief potential schedule constraints.
+ Evaluate schedules and shares forecast assumptions and impacts to critical milestones with various customers.
+ Coordinate with internal and external machine shops, internal laboratories, business partners and vendors.
+ Track, receive, and move multiple components through the different phases of the process
+ De-conflict and setting priorities by working with leadership, engineers, machinist, and lab technicians.
+ Establish Earned Value Management (EVM) practices to support management decisions.
Other Job Functions:
+ Apply basic and advanced skills in procedures, techniques, tools, software and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization.
+ Work semi-independently with managerial guidance to accomplish tasks.
+ Develop a scheduling methodology for our unique business.
+ Develop and maintain scheduling and operational performance metrics.
+ Perform other duties as may be required by manager.
+ Experience in developing or maintaining resource-loaded schedules.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Required Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
+ Attention to Detail -Ensures details of assigned tasks are followed.
+ Attendance / Punctuality -Is consistently at work and on time.
+ Planning and Organization -Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications:
+ US Citizenship required.
+ Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance at a level equivalent to Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET
+ Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or other related business discipline; or equivalent experience
+ Expertise in Microsoft Office products, to include MS Project
+ Strong math and analytical skills
+ Very good interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Project management training
+ Production and Inventory Management training
+ Scheduling experience in the manufacturing, logistics, or service sector
+ Experience using Microsoft Power Bi
WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:
Safety glasses
Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
Composite toe safety shoes
Physical Demands
In performing the work for this position, the supervisor must be able to:
Work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
Walk for reasonable distances.
Lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Travel:
Up to 10% may be required with occasional overnight stays.
Keyword: Program Scheduler, master schedule, planning, scheduling, forecasting,
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
From: Kratos Defense
Source : Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.