Program Control Analyst 4

United Launch Alliance (ULA); Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 103,925 - 173,208; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match + employer contribution

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

Job summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) in Denver is seeking a Senior Scheduler to develop and support strategic scheduling activities across enterprise programs. You will track actions, conduct critical path analysis, and present schedule metrics to senior leadership.

This role emphasizes collaboration with internal and external customers and requires an integrated Master Schedule mindset. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with 6+ years in planning/scheduling, strong EVM and cost-management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Strong background in Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques and in cost management and planning/scheduling.
• Demonstrated experience communicating successfully with program and finance leaders.
• Strong understanding of an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Critical Path Analysis.
• Ability to resolve and/or mitigate negative float across multiple functions.
• Experience developing an initial IMS from ground-up through conducting integrated deep dive.
• Understanding of process flows from beginning to final product.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and train earlier career professionals.
• Strong understanding and experience with a planning/scheduling tool.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support strategic scheduling activities to achieve enterprise program goals.
• Track and drive actions required to meet or exceed schedule forecasts.
• Conduct critical path analysis and schedule risk analysis.
• Develop and present schedule metrics for varying levels of leadership.
• Drive accountability on scheduling deliverables.
• Manage schedule data for complex programs. Generate reports from the IMS depicting scheduling conflicts and issues and brief stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop and work closely with internal and external customers to fully satisfy program schedule requirements.
• Support internal monthly and quarterly program reviews.
• Incorporates changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each project to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
• Recommend recoveries to schedule by way of scenario analysis and trades.
• Strategic business partner with the Program Management Team

Skills

Earned Value Management

Cost management

Planning and scheduling

IMS understanding

Critical Path Analysis

Mentoring junior professionals

Communication with leaders

Process flows understanding

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

Deltek OPP

Cobra

SharePoint

Job description

Requisition ID: 1858

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

• Develop and support strategic scheduling activities to achieve enterprise program goals.
• Track and drive actions required to meet or exceed schedule forecasts.
• Conduct critical path analysis and schedule risk analysis.
• Develop and present schedule metrics for varying levels of leadership.
• Drive accountability on scheduling deliverables.
• Manage schedule data for complex programs. Generate reports from the IMS depicting scheduling conflicts and issues and brief stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop and work closely with internal and external customers to fully satisfy program schedule requirements.
• Support internal monthly and quarterly program reviews.
• Incorporates changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each project to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
• Recommend recoveries to schedule by way of scenario analysis and trades.
• Strategic business partner with the Program Management Team

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years Of Experience

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
• Strong background and experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques and in cost management and planning/scheduling.
• Demonstrated experience communicating successfully with program and finance leaders.
• Strong understanding of an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Critical Path Analysis.
• Ability to resolve and/or mitigate negative float across multiple functions.
• Experience developing an initial IMS from ground-up through conducting integrated deep dive.
• Understanding of process flows from beginning to final product.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and train earlier career professionals.
• Strong understanding and experience with a planning/scheduling tool.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding and experience with Deltek OPP and Cobra.
• Active knowledge of SharePoint.
• Understanding and application of EVMS/DCMA 14pts techniques

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only)

$103,925.00 - $173,208.00

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We Offer Our Employees Competitive Pay And Benefits Including

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule", meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR)

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information.

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program.

Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster ( English / Spanish ) and Right to Work Poster ( English / Spanish ).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act

requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted