Scheduler Principal

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and managing integrated schedules, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. As a Master Scheduler, you play a critical role in enabling the successful delivery of hardware that supports the warfighter.

The F‑35 Solutions Master Scheduler (MS) leads the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process and develops executable project schedules in collaboration with Finance, Operations, and cross-functional program teams. This role leverages simulation and forecasting tools to assess material availability, factory capacity, and other constraints, ensuring schedules align with customer requirements and program objectives. The MS uses Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) tools to help Operations validate manufacturing capacity and to support Finance with Hyperion/DMFR reporting.

They monitor schedule performance, conduct risk assessments, and identify and drive resolution of critical-path issues throughout the program lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Forecast Reviews, Program Kickoff activities, SIOP process, and RCCP meetings
• Communicate and present schedule insights and risks clearly to cross-functional teams
• Support the development and reporting of operational and financial metrics
• Influence decisions and outcomes across the organization without direct authority
• Ensure schedules, reports, and planning files remain accurate, compliant and audit-ready

Additional Responsibilities (Principal MS)

The Principal Master Scheduler provides training, coaching, and guidance to junior team members, building capability and maturity within the scheduling function

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years or planning / scheduling or equivalent experience.

• Planning or Master Scheduling experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations
• Significant ERP System Experience (Oracle, SAP, Other)
• Knowledge of Manufacturing processes
• Sales & Operations Experience / knowledge
• Inventory / stockroom management.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and deliver presentations to leadership and production teams.
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge in two or more of the following:
  • Supply Chain, Demand Planning
  • Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP),
  • Inventory Management
  • Rough Cut Capacity Planning or Production Planning
• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.