Master Production Schedule Manager

Job Description

Description

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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Leidos’ Defense Systems Mechanical Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Master Production Schedule Manager to join our team of highly skilled planning and production scheduling professionals in the Huntsville, Alabama location. The Master Production Schedule Manager will lead the mechanical manufacturing production scheduling group in delivering exceptional results for the facility. This role requires an extensive background in Deltek Costpoint as well as Dynafact DMS, or equivalent production scheduling software, and excels at building and executing production schedules that keep complex programs on track.  The Master Production Schedule Manager will oversee scheduling and performance tracking across multiple programs, ensuring efficient use of shared manufacturing resources.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of production schedulers responsible for daily sequencing, order release approval, and progress tracking.

Create and update detailed daily, weekly, and monthly master production schedules utilizing Dynafact DMS scheduling software, or similar.

Ensure synchronization between MRP-planned orders in Costpoint and execution-level schedules in Dynafact DMS

Validate pegging and material availability align with MPS priorities.

Analyze sales forecasts and customer demand to ensure adequate production levels and efficient use of resources.

Coordinate machining schedules with downstream integration sites to ensure continuity of build flow and material readiness.

Collaborate with Program Management, Supply Chain, and Production to align schedules with customer priorities and delivery milestones.

Conduct rough-cut capacity and load analysis across work centers to identify bottlenecks and recommend mitigation plans.

Conduct capacity assessments and calculate task time to align production with demand and machine capacity.

Track production progress in real-time, identify bottlenecks, and adjust schedules to address delays or equipment issues.

Monitor performance to plan (on-time starts / completions, throughput, utilization, and WIP aging).

Generate regular reports on order status, production progress, and inventory levels.

Facilitate weekly cross-functional schedule review meetings to communicate changes, risks, and recovery actions.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling accuracy, planning lead times, and workflow efficiency.

Provide data-driven insight into forecast impacts, backlog health, and long-term capacity planning.

Perform change control & schedule risk analyses.

Serve as escalation point for schedule conflicts.

Champion scheduling best practices and standard work.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience in production planning / scheduling within a manufacturing environment, plus 2+ years leading or mentoring a scheduling team.

Strong understanding of MRP / MPS principles, capacity planning, and resource leveling.

Strong ability to analyze data and identify trends for effective planning.

Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint, Dynafact DMS, or equivalent ERP / APS systems.

Demonstrated analytical skills using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.

Aptitude for finding solutions to complex scheduling and production challenges.

Effective communication skills to coordinate with various teams and departments.

Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to manage multiple schedules and tasks simultaneously.

Experience in aerospace or defense machining or fabrication environments.

Demonstrated success managing production schedules across shared-resource facilities.

Flexibility to quickly adjust to changing customer demand and operational needs.

Proven ability to collaborate across multiple programs and functions to resolve conflicts and maintain delivery performance.

Experience with production planning software and other scheduling tools.

Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and Theory of Constraints concepts.

APICS / ASCM CPIM or PMP certification.

Strong analytical skills to interpret large amounts of data and isolate pertinent information.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting : October 23, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range : Pay Range $80,600.00 - $145,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.