Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst - Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 2 or 3) to join our team to manage detailed schedules across multiple programs and coordinate with cross‑functional teams and leadership.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years (Level 2) or 5+ years (Level 3) of experience in program planning and scheduling, as well as proficiency with MS Office and scheduling tools. DoD Secret clearance is required or can be pursued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience in program/project planning and scheduling (Level 2) or 5+ years (Level 3).
• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with scheduling software (MS Project 2016, Open Plan, PS3, Primavera P6, Milestone Professional, Deltek and SSI Tools).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed schedule, resource, work, and cost analysis for multiple programs and contracts.
• Make recommendations to solve problems, create presentation content and present to leadership.
• Interface with multiple functional teams and Program/Project Manager.
• Prepare, develop, and coordinate the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet objectives.
• Implement scheduling best practices including DCMA 14-point, IPMR DI-MGMT-81861, EVMS, and SRA.
• Provide weekly status and reporting; conduct IBR/JSR audits.

Skills

Program scheduling

MS Project

Primavera P6

EVMS

SRA

Security clearance

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Project 2016

Open Plan

PS3

Milestone Professional

Deltek

SSI Tools

Job description

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst – Level 2 or 3, to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

This position can be filled at either Level 2 or 3.

In this job, you will:

• Perform detailed schedule, resource, work, and cost analysis for multiple programs and contracts.
• Make recommendations to solve problems, create presentation content and present to various levels of leadership.
• Interface with multiple functional teams, supplier teams, as well as the Program/Project Manager.
• Prepare, develop, and coordinate the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet all program objectives and ensure program schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated.
• Implement scheduling best practices as prescribed by industry to include, but not limited to:
  • DCMA 14-point
  • Subcontractor Integration
  • IPMR DI-MGMT-81861
  • Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
  • Critical Path Analysis
  • Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA)
  • Schedule Performance and Health Metrics and Analysis
  • Provide weekly status and reporting
  • Conduct Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audits
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience in program/project planning and scheduling – OR – Master’s degree with 1+ years of professional experience in program/project planning and scheduling.
• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of professional experience in program/project planning and scheduling – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of professional experience in program/project planning and scheduling.
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with scheduling software (i.e., MS Project 2016, Open Plan, PS3, Primavera P6, Milestone Professional, Deltek and SSI Tools).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in MS Project 2019.
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience and Schedule Management.
• Experience with Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA).
• Possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

• health insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• savings plan
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.