Master Scheduler

Location: Irvine, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world's largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Master Scheduler

Melbourne, FL and or Irvine, CA (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Master Scheduler who will be responsible for the elaboration, and follow-up of procurement and production plans in synchronization with the demand.

In this position, you will be involved in the early stages of production preparation in order to determine lead times to define the most adequate planning, procurement and production parameters of all active items in order for the production site to be able to deliver the products on-time in the right quantity and expected level of quality. The Master Scheduler's main mission is to develop and promote Thales Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) that incorporate all dependencies, aligns to resource availability, and identifies and aligns overall IFE operation plan against customer programs, OEM, seat supplier, and Thales suppliers. The Master Scheduler shall be familiar with various WBS, PBS, and BOM structuring methodologies and how they impact MRP scheduling systems.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Responsible for the master production schedule (MPS) including results analysis, the management of the priorities and resolution of planning exceptions.

• Coordinates interdepartmental activity with manufacturing, the production buyer, and programs to check the feasibility of the plans against supplier capacity and production capacity and takes required actions.

• Conduct an analysis of open bids, prospects, and other market demand opportunities to evaluate impact on current schedules, prospective lead-times across all project life cycles. Develop reports/charts to illustrate.

• Frequent use of industry scheduling best practices, and specific Scheduling Tool properties and functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 - 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced degree with 3 - 5 years of prior relevant experience. Extensive logistics or operations experience. Exposure to MRP/ERP (SAP) and shop floor MES systems with experience aligning program schedules with the manufacturing/production system.

• Project management: Solid capability of project management with proven ability and skills to track and report project performance on scope, technical details, schedules, and financials. Ability to develop project plan, quality control goals as well as lessons learning opportunities.

• Demonstrates effective consulting, negotiating, influencing and persuasive skills to diverse audiences. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with all levels within the organization. Executive-level presentation skills.

• Possess a combination of characteristics, including strong strategic, critical and problem-solving thinking; strong detail- and results-orientation; and decisiveness. Analytical, able to simplify complex problems, develop and drive resolution to implementation and deliver results. Ability to think "outside the box" and leverage data responsibilities to help drive performance improvements

• Problem resolution ability with a high degree of motivation, thoroughness, integrity, and reliability. High proficiency of Microsoft Office to include PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, MS Teams, etc.

• High degree of personal accountability and be able to manage self emotionally and professionally, as well as able to hold other people accountable. Possess demonstrated leadership and collaboration with functional teams to deliver results. Constructive confrontation and issue resolution capability. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while dealing with disruptions and change in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment; someone who sees 'ambiguity' as an opportunity rather than a hurdle.

Special Position Requirements

• Travel: Ability to travel domestically and internationally, estimated up to 10% travel annually.

• Project Management (PMP) certification.

• APICS CPIM certification.

• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt or equivalent Lean problem solving skills preferred.

If you're excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

What We Offer

For CA Applicants: The anticipated TTC range for this role is $76,042.85 - 141,222.43 USD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Elective Health and Dental plans.

• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period.

• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

• Company provided Life Insurance.

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

Successful applicant must comply with federal contractor vaccine mandate requirements.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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