Mission Scheduler
Apex
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Posted on Mar 4, 2025
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.
For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.
Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.
Apex is seeking a dynamic, organized, and driven Mission Scheduler to join
our expanding team. As a company at the forefront of space exploration and
satellite technology, Apex is looking for an individual capable of scheduling
complex projects and serving as the primary liaison between our internal
teams to coordinate accurate schedules that drive program progress. The
Mission Scheduler is also responsible for setting up companywide processes
to ensure consistency and timely updates across schedules.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain program schedules: Create and manage detailed program schedules ensuring on-time delivery and optimal resource utilization.
- Reflect technical scope: Breakdown tasks within schedules by learning and understanding engineering development and production processes used to build Apex products.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams: Work closely with engineering, supply chain, and production, to ensure alignment and timely delivery of materials and products to meet program schedule needs
- Monitor production progress: Track the progress of production activities against established schedules, proactively identifying and resolving any potential delays or bottlenecks.
- Communicate schedule changes: Communicate any changes in the program schedule to relevant stakeholders, ensuring proper adjustments are made across the organization.
- Implement process improvements: Continuously evaluate and improve scheduling processes, tools, and techniques to increase efficiency and reduce lead times.
- Resolve scheduling conflicts: Address and resolve any conflicts in program schedules, ensuring smooth workflow and minimal disruption to program deliveries.
- Collaborate on risk management: Identify potential risks to the schedule and work with relevant teams to develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
- Provide regular updates and reports: Provide weekly and monthly reports on program schedules, progress, and any significant issues or adjustments to relevant stakeholders.
Requirements:
- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
- Certifications in project management or scheduling (e.g., PMP, CPIM, or Six Sigma) are a plus.
- At least 5 years of experience in production scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
- Experience in satellite manufacturing or related industries (aerospace, defense, or high-tech) is strongly preferred.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex schedules with multiple interdependent tasks.
- Proficiency in scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project or Smartsheet).
- Strong understanding of engineering development and production processes
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office productivity tools.
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the ability to prioritize and adapt to changing demands.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across the Apex team
- High attention to detail with a focus on precision and accuracy in managing production timelines and deliverables.
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-changing environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000 a year
The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range and excludes additional benefits. If your salary requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply.
Benefits
Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We offer the following benefits:
• Shared upside: receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create.
• Best-in-class healthcare, dental, vision plans. The primary and dependents’ premium is 99%+ covered.
• Enjoy our comprehensive PTO package, to reset and recharge.
• Competitive 401(k) plan and matching.
• Paid parental leave.
• Daily lunch and unlimited snacks!
• Community events like monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, a run club and more!
• Your dream desk setup, tools, and whatever else you need to be your most productive self.
• A world class office located in Playa Vista, filled with amazing coworkers and social gatherings for you and your family.
• An opportunity to make a real impact in the aerospace industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.