Weekend-Shift Production Control Scheduler III

Weekend Shift Production Control Planner/Scheduler III – LeidosLeidos Defense Systems Manufacturing seeks an experienced and highly organized Production Control professional to manage and lead production control operations at our Electronics Facility. The role provides leadership and expertise in production control, scheduling, and manufacturing orders to achieve complex program requirements. Responsibilities include managing production activities across multiple programs, driving resolution of schedule and material conflicts, ensuring ERP data accuracy, mentoring junior planners, and providing advanced analysis to support manufacturing execution and delivery performance.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead production planning activities across multiple projects, balancing capacity, materials, and schedule requirements.Monitor and control work order execution, proactively resolving shortages, engineering changes, and priority conflicts.Interpret, prioritize, and execute MRP action messages to adjust procurement, rescheduling, and work order release decisions.Develop and maintain production schedules, Line of Balance (LOB) charts, and milestone tracking.Provide production control expertise in cross-functional meetings with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.Ensure ERP system accuracy (Deltek Costpoint preferred) for all assigned programs, including work order, WIP, and inventory management.Generate reports, dashboards, and status updates for leadership and program stakeholders.Mentor and guide Production Control Planner I/II team members, providing training and knowledge sharing.Support continuous improvement initiatives for planning processes, KPIs, and reporting tools.Ensure compliance with company policies, AS9100 standards, and government regulations.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree with 4-8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 2-6 years of relevant experience; in lieu of a degree, a high school diploma/GED with 8 years of experience will be considered.Minimum 3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or warehousing (or 6 years without a degree).Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Deltek Costpoint preferred).Experience interpreting and executing MRP action messages in an ERP system.Demonstrated success in managing production schedules and resolving complex issues in a defense or aerospace environment.Proven ability to work across functions and influence outcomes in a matrixed environment.U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.Must be a resident of or willing to relocate to the Huntsville / North Alabama area.This is a weekend shift position (Fri-Sun). Regular attendance is required.Preferred QualificationsAPICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar certification.Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or other data analysis/reporting tools.Experience supporting ETO/MTO manufacturing programs with multi-level BOMs and WBS structures.Familiarity with EVMS, MIL-STD processes, and DFARS requirements.Electronics manufacturing planning/scheduling experience.Pay Range$65,650.00 – $118,675.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and is not a guarantee of compensation. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, and applicable law.Pay and BenefitsEmployment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.J-18808-Ljbffr