Program Scheduler- Senior Analyst

Prattwhitney; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Program Scheduler for the Global ISR group in Westford, MA. The role focuses on leading scheduling for international programs with Earned Value and SAP usage. Strong communication with cross‑functional teams is essential.

The candidate should have defense/aerospace scheduling experience and be comfortable working onsite at the Westford office, with a university degree or equivalent experience and 2+ years in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience with Program Scheduling in Defense/Aerospace required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project required.
• Onsite work at Westford, MA office location.
• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and 2+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with cost analysts and program teams to monitor and report performance against plans.
• Ensure cost and schedule are reconciled and address root causes of variances.
• Coordinate with Finance, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other groups to integrate major projects.
• Own project schedules, gather updates, resolve critical path and logic conflicts.
• Use schedule analysis and earned value management to gauge progress.
• Assist in preparing integrated master plans and schedules with senior schedulers.

Skills

Program scheduling

Defense/Aerospace

MS Project

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

SAP

Earned Value Management

MS Excel

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-WESTFORD-WFD7 ~ 7 Technology Park Dr ~ BLDG 7 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

About RTX/Global ISR

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Global Intelligent Sensing & Reconnaissance (Global ISR) business within the Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) BU of Raytheon, is looking for a Program Scheduler to lead numerous international programs, varying in size. The role is onsite in Westford, Massachusetts and is an integral part of the various program teams. This is a unique role due to the entity being a hGoodrich business and operating as a wholly owned subsidiary. We utilize hCollins SAP and Earned Value for Project tools. Excellent communication skills are required for interactions with, and guidance for, cross-functional teams. While in this role, the ideal candidate will provide guidance and analysis in the areas of Project Management, Scheduling, and Variance Analysis. The candidate will become an integral part of the Program Management Team providing advice, reporting needs, and analysis on creation and execution of the program plan.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with cost analyst(s) and program team, monitoring and reporting performance against plans to ensure the contractual schedule objectives are met.
• Ensure cost and schedule are continuously reconciled, while taking steps to correct any mismatched items and addressing root causes.
• Ensure major projects are integrated across various functional groups including Finance, Engineering, Manufacturing, OSC, etc.
• Own project schedules, soliciting regular updates, identifying and resolving critical path and network logic conflicts.
• Utilize schedule analysis, metrics, milestone charts, earned value management, and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances.
• Work with senior scheduler to prepare, develop and coordinate the integrated master plans and integrated master schedules.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Previous experience with Program Scheduling in Defense/Aerospace industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project
• Ability to work ONSITE- this position is located at the Westford, MA office location
• Typically requires a University Degree equivalent experience and 2+ years prior relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Extensive experience in MS Excel
• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Earned Value Management System Concepts

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.