Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst - Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector seeks a Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 3 or 4) in Linthicum, MD. You will lead detailed IMS development, cost/resource analysis, and cross-team coordination to ensure schedules meet program objectives and stay integrated across functions.

This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and experience with major scheduling tools. The position offers challenging work supporting national defense and space programs, with opportunities to prepare briefings

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 5+ years in program/project planning and scheduling; Level 4 requires 8+ years or Master's with 6+ years
• Active Top-Secret/SCI clearance at time of application required.
• Strong PC skills and proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with scheduling software (MS Project, Open Plan, PS3, Primavera P6, Milestone, Deltek, SSI Tools).

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, supplier teams, and the Program/Project Manager.
• Prepare, develop, and coordinate the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet program objectives and ensure integration.
• Implement scheduling best practices (DCMA 14-point, IPMR DI-MGMT-81861, EVMS, Critical Path, SRA, health metrics); provide weekly status and reporting; conduct IBR/JSR audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

Program planning

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree

Tools

MS Project 2016

Open Plan

PS3

Primavera P6

Milestone Professional

Deltek

SSI Tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 3 or 4, to join our team in Linthicum MD.

This position can be filled at either Level 3 or 4.

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
  • 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 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.
• Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of professional experience in program/project planning and scheduling - OR - Master's degree with 6+ 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).
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Project 2016.