Program Scheduler

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Fort Wayne, Melbourne, Plano, Alpharetta, Bristol Township (IN, FL, TX, GA, Bucks County); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Program Scheduler to manage complex project schedules and enhance operational efficiency. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in Earned Value Management and project scheduling to develop integrated master schedules and perform critical path analysis. You will collaborate with various functional groups to ensure that projects are aligned with company goals while providing guidance and support to team members. If you are passionate about driving project success and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in project scheduling and management.
• Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management systems and analysis.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedules and project reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex program schedules and perform schedule analysis.
• Develop integrated master schedules and track project progress.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment.

Skills

MS Project

Critical Path Analysis

Schedule Risk Analysis

Earned Value Management

Agile Development

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

10 years of relevant experience

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Program Scheduler

Job Code: 22752

Job Location: Can be located in - Fort Wayne, IN OR Melbourne, FL OR Plano, TX OR Alpharetta, GA OR Bristol, PA OR Clifton, NJ OR Rochester, NY OR San Diego, CA OR Chantilly, VA OR Van Nuys, CA OR Herndon, VA OR Colorado Springs, CO OR Remote

Job Description:

Duties include managing the development and maintenance of complex program schedules including resource loading and Earned Value Analysis. This individual will help develop the format, tools, and tracking/reporting methods to be used as the company refines its Program Planning and Scheduling processes for standardization and enterprise-wide resource management. This position also supports programs in developing plans and integrating inputs from all programs. The qualified candidate will interface with all elements of the program team to develop and support regular maintenance of the program IMS. The candidate will perform schedule analysis in support of assigned programs and projects. Ensure major projects and program schedules and plans are integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality. Track plans and schedules, perform risk analysis, identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts. Utilize Gantt, Critical path, Driving Path, Variance metrics, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas. Ensure compliance with internal program procedures and project control system guidelines per DECM metrics. May lead or participate in scheduling status reviews.

Essential Functions:

• Develop integrated master schedules using IMP, SOW, and WBS
• Create and track plans and schedules, perform risk analysis, and identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts
• Perform Critical Path Analysis, Schedule Risk Analysis, and Schedule Metric Analysis - such as BEI, CEI, CPLI, SPI, etc.
• Develop integrated master schedules in an agile environment
• Drive IMS and team engagement during customer IBR and internal reviews
• Manage complex projects or processes with general oversight
• Provide support for guidance, coaching, and training to other employees
• Communicate within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures
• Make/recommend substantial improvements to systems and processes
• Contribute to achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on the departmental results
• Perform regular analysis of program schedules to evaluate program and enterprise-wide resource needs through the integration of all program schedules including metrics on schedule status, critical path analysis, schedule variance analysis, network logic validation and program baseline maintenance including support of Earned Value Management performance metrics
• Utilize Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas
• Prepare, develop, and coordinate integrated master plan and integrated master schedule (IMP/IMS) using MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ensure projects and program schedules and plans are integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality
• Ensure compliance with internal program procedures and project control system guidelines
• Work consists of making significant improvements of processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance of job area
• Provide measurable input of new products, processes or standards in operational plans that will have some impact on the achievement of overall functional results
• Communicate within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (eg, customers, vendors, etc) when necessary
• Explain, interpret, and gain cooperation on policies, procedures, and practices
• Conduct extensive investigation to understand root cause of problems; Problems span a wide range of difficult and unique issues across the function and/or business area
• Attend and lead scheduling status reviews and conduct briefings with senior leaders which requires ability to communicate matters of importance to the function or business area
• Work to influence others to accept individual or team’s views or practices and changes to concepts, practices, and approaches
• Participate in schedule training, engineering, and program excellence organization
• Work to achieve operational targets within job area with some impact on department results

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
• Minimum of six (4) years of MS Project Experience
• Experience creating and/or maintaining an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and any Supporting Schedules on assigned projects/programs
• Experience creating and presenting project-level reports, presentations, and deliverables that reflect risk and status to program management and senior management relating to the IMS is required
• Working knowledge of Planning & Scheduling Excellence Guide (PASEG), Latest Version, EVMS Standard (EIA 748-D), Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD), and Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) strongly desired
• Senior professional with strong knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Monte Carlo Risk Analysis (Schedule Risk Analysis)
• Agile Development methodologies associated with EVMS
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Attention to detail and quality of product deliverables
• EVMS – Earned Value Management Systems
• Structured Solutions - SSI tools management
• Program management and or Coordination, SDLC (Systems Development Life Cycle) process
• Experience in macro development
• Ability to work with a team and on their own
• Experience working cross-functionally and can effectively communicate to accomplish strategic vision of Program Management Excellence Organization (PMEO)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado State, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Vermont and New York State is $62,000-$115,000. For California, Seattle, Washington D.C., Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area, the city of Denver, Washington State and New York City, the salary range for this role is $71,500-$132,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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