Mechanical Production Planning & Scheduler Manager (Mgr Prod Planning Sched 1) - 30956

Requisition Number: 30956

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $75,894.00 - $84,635.20

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Management

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.

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Manager, Production Planning and Scheduling 1 (MPPS1) to provide leadership and oversight for the CEMAT Mechanical Group. This role requires a strong understanding of work practices associated with Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) activities to effectively support CEMAT’s assigned work package.

The selected candidate will serve as a primary interface with senior leadership, government representatives, Ship’s Force management, Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), and other stakeholders supporting CEMAT’s operational objectives. This position is responsible for the day‑to‑day management of the CEMAT Mechanical Group, ensuring all work is executed in accordance with established technical and quality procedures.

What You Will Do

• Overseeing and managing all aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison working with all levels of management including outside entities (AIT, NNS, Ship’s Force) and the project team.

• Tracking and maintaining records on Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) and schedule management. Identifying/ implementing process improvement opportunities.

• Working in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.

• Developing mechanisms for monitoring progress and problem solving within Team Leads & production teams.

• Ability to effectively manage teams, which they are diverse teams made up of electricians, mechanics, pipefitters, and welders responsible for over 4500-line items of repairs.

• Attend Daily coordination meetings (Manage Daily objectives, Clear/Resolve conflicts and set clear expectations).

• Adhering to administrative procedures and makes recommendations to improve efficiency.

• Ability to read and interpret complex NAVSEA drawings and be able to incorporate changes as directed by Government and/or Ship’s Force.

• Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, safety to meet customer-satisfaction and objectives.

• Demonstrate experience-delivering results in a high-pressured environment.

What You Must Have

• 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.

• Candidate must have management experience overseeing a team and providing team assignments while monitoring daily progress of assigned projects.

• Candidate must be knowledgeable of all mechanical trades and trade designated requirements.

• Candidate must have knowledge of schedule production tracking systems such as TSSR, POA&M and Ship’s Force Integrated Maintenance System (SFIMs).

Bonus Points For Having!

• Previous experience working directly responsible for the mechanical assessments, planning, maintenance, repairs, and final testing of the following systems below; along with any assigned work directed by Project/Program Management Team:

• Previous experience working with; Fire Main 12’’ valves: AFFF and CMWD valves; Freezer, Chill & Thaw Box doors and frames

• Previous experience with Aircraft Fuel Stations (JP5), service, transfer, Storage and stripping systems such as ships self-service laundry, washers and dryers, foundation modification for new machines and vertical package conveyors (85/175 lb.).

• Previous experience warping/mooring & towing capstans; plastic waste compressed melting units, shredders, large and small pumpers.

• Previous experience with Hydraulic Actuating Stations on both damage control void & miscellaneous control systems.

• Previous experience assisting with Ships Force Work Packages.

Physical Requirements

May be required to visit job site in an industrial or shipboard environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. 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. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.