Master Program Scheduler

Elbit Systems of America

Ladson (SC)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee referral program

Tricare available

Job summary

Elbit America seeks a Master Scheduler to lead the Integrated Master Schedule for a large development program, using Earned Value Management techniques. You will develop metrics for program execution and EVMS compliance, and collaborate in a team environment with ownership of the IMS.

The role requires 10+ years in the field, a Bachelor's degree, and strong knowledge of Cobra/Primavera, MS Project, and Excel. Hybrid work is available at multiple sites across the U.S.

Qualifications

10+ years of functional, management, and related industry experience.
Bachelor's degree required.
Strong working knowledge in a project-oriented/engineering environment, preferably in Aerospace & Defense.
Knowledge of government accounting rules and regulations, Defense contractor accounting principles, EVMS and CPM is required.
Proficiency with MS Project is required.
Proficiency with the COBRA EV tool, or similar software, is required.
Experience scheduling or leading schedule completion and variance analysis for large/complex programs.
Subject matter expert in Earned Value per EIA 748 standards including IMS/PMB/WBS and risk tools.
Customer relationship and deliverables experience.
Excellent knowledge of Cobra or Primavera and Excel.
Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain program schedules for programs and proposals.
Maintain program execution metrics (budget, milestones, EVMS adoption).
Act as SME on scheduling tools and transfer knowledge to team.
Develop processes and policies for scheduling, including EVMS documentation.
Perform special studies and data gathering for leadership and program managers.
Support process improvements in scheduling and program management.
Assist PM with artifacts for Baseline Review and mentor team for Baseline Review.
Ensure programs are measured against baseline.
Assist PM with WBS development per company process.
Coordinate with finance to apply reserves per standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

EVMS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

COBRA EV

Primavera

Excel

Job description

Company Information

Job Summary

Master Scheduler for a large and complex development program, responsible for leading the development and maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) using Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques. Develops and maintains metrics for program execution and EVM compliance. Able to work well in a team environment and exhibit ownership of the IMS.

Responsibilities And Tasks

Working as a member of the Integrated Product Team, prepares, directs and maintains program plan schedules for programs and proposals, and assisting in preparation Basis of Estimates (BOE), Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and Contract Performance Reports (CPR), and other deliverables as required
Maintains program execution metrics to such as Program Budget Overruns, On-time milestones, EVMT adoption, Program Schedule coverage, and others as they arise
Acts as a subject matter expert on tools and transfers knowledge to team and others
Develops processes and policies for the scheduling function, to include EVMS system description documentation
Performs special studies and projects as required. Assists company leadership and program managers in gathering specific data
Support initiatives for process improvements in the area of scheduling and program management
Assists the Program Manager with development of the artifacts required for the Baseline Review process
Mentors team members in preparing for the Baseline Review
Ensures programs are consistently measured against the baseline
Supports the Program Manager in the development of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in accordance with company process
Working with finance, ensures consistent application of program reserves in accordance with industry and financial standards
Maintains excellent working relationships throughout the organization to further the application of program management best practices

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrated leadership ability and effective communication skills

Education, Experience & License Or Certification

10+ years of Functional, Management, and related Industry experience
Bachelor's degree required
Strong working knowledge in a project oriented/engineering environment, preferably in the Aerospace & Defense industry.
Knowledge of government accounting rules and regulations, Defense contractor accounting principles, EVMS and Critical Path Management is also required
Proficiency in MS Project is required
Proficiency with the COBRA EV tool, or similar software, is required
Demonstrated experience scheduling or leading the schedule completion and variance analysis of multiple large/complex programs, in varied type and phase of program life cycle
Subject matter expert in Earned Value in accordance with EIA 748 standards, to include Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Performance Management Baseline (PMB), and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), as well as associated risk tools and analysis
Experience with customer relationships and deliverables
Excellent knowledge and experience with software tools such as Cobra or Primavera, and Excel
Leadership experience preferred

Travel/Physical Requirements

Matrix organizational structure
Fast-paced
Deliverables-oriented
May require international travel and passport

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Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
Flexible Vacation & PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Employee Referral Program
Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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