Senior Principal Program Planner

BAE Systems; Nashua (NH); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Principal Program Planner to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role involves developing and managing integrated master plans and schedules to ensure program success across various functional groups. You'll leverage your expertise in project management techniques and critical path methodology to monitor performance and identify risks. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this organization offers a flexible work environment that values work-life balance while tackling complex challenges in aerospace and defense. If you're passionate about making a difference and driving program excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Hybrid work models

9/80 work schedule

Competitive tuition reimbursement

Robust health and wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Legal plan

Discounts on insurance

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Program/Master Planning and Scheduling with a Bachelor's degree.
• Advanced proficiency in DoD Program Planning and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the integrated master plan and schedule for programs.
• Perform schedule risk analyses and monitor program schedule performance.

Skills

DoD Program Planning

Critical Path methodology (CPM)

Microsoft Project

Schedule Risk Analyses (SRA)

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PMI-PMP or PMI-SP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project Server/PWA

Power Bi Dashboards

Milestones Professional

Deltek Cobra

Job description

BAE Systems Senior Principal Program Planner in Nashua, New Hampshire

Job Description

You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our missions: We Protect Those Who Protect Us and We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

BAE Systems is seeking a Sr. Prin. Program Planner to join the Program Excellence (Px) organization. You will be responsible for developing and managing the integrated master plan (IMP) and integrated master schedule (IMS) to meet all program scope and objectives. This includes ensuring major program schedules and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including but not limited to Engineering, Manufacturing, Integration and Test, Finance and Quality. Monitor program schedule performance, track plans and schedules, perform schedule risk analyses, identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts. Utilize Gantt, network diagram, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify and predict performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention in critical areas.

This is a Hybrid position located at our Nashua, NH facility.

Responsibilities include:

1. Lead/facilitate the development and maintenance of the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB), including the integrated master plan (IMP) and integrated master schedule (IMS).
2. Support new business capture IMS development efforts and customer Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
3. Support critical Internal Research and Development (IR&D) programs.
4. Provide comprehensive and actionable schedule performance analysis to project teams and organizational leadership.
5. Perform independent schedule assessments in support of Phase/Gate project reviews to identify schedule risks and opportunities, schedule health and overall execution probability.
6. Participate in sector and company functional activities including training, surveillance, tool evaluation, policy reviews, process management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Assess schedule risk by, but not limited to, performing Monte Carlo Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA’s), Critical Path Analysis, schedule variance assessments and predictive performance analysis.
8. Brief project, business area, and functional teams on schedule risk analyses (SRA) results and make recommendations on techniques to ensure low-risk execution.
9. Work closely with your program finance partner and team to support Estimate at Complete (EAC) and Single Point Adjustment / Replan processes as it relates to the IMS.
10. Mentor/coach less experienced Program Planners in the application of scheduling best practices.
11. Ensure all schedules are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements (DiD 81861 IPMDAR).

What we offer:

The Program Excellence (Px) organization includes both the Program Management Authority and the Program Planning team, providing a comprehensive foundation to drive program performance and a detailed Framework to develop and grow the staff and leadership within the function. The Px Program Planning team strives to continuously grow our skillset, competencies and contributions to support our stakeholders through a robust toolset, planning focused training and ambassador/mentor program. Come be part of an organization that truly impacts the ability to keep our warfighters safe.

We offer a competitive and flexible rewards package that includes:

1. Innovative and rewarding career opportunities.
2. Hybrid work models that offer the flexibility to work from home select days of the week.
3. 9/80 work schedule. Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend with an off-Friday.
4. Competitive tuition reimbursement benefits for both undergraduate and graduate degree pursuits.
5. Robust and competitive health and wellness benefits.
6. 401(k) with company match.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

1. Advanced level of proficiency in DoD Program Planning, Critical Path methodology (CPM) and Microsoft Project skills.
2. 8 years work experience in Program/Master Planning and Scheduling with Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience.
3. Knowledge of US Govt. schedule policies, the Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide (PASEG) and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements.
4. Prior experience in developing complex program Integrated Master Schedules (PMB and Proposal) in accordance with the program Statement of Work (SOW), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and program requirements.
5. Performing and presenting detailed Schedule Risk Analyses (SRAs).
6. Preparing for and supporting Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
7. Preparation for and execution of Single Point Adjustment efforts.
8. Ability to develop and maintain professional and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
9. Strong interpersonal skills to influence program teams and stakeholders.
10. Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

1. PMI-PMP or PMI-SP certification.
2. Experience with Microsoft Project Server/PWA and Power Bi Dashboards.
3. Experience in Agile planning/execution, Critical Chain Project Management.
4. Demonstrated experience in supporting successful DCMA Audits.
5. Background in Risk and Opportunity Officer support, familiarity with a risk management tool.
6. Familiarity with any of the following: Milestones Professional, Barbecana Full Monte, forProject DCMA Analyzer, WBS Pro, Deltek Cobra.
7. Secret Security Clearance.
8. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
9. Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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