Senior Program Scheduler — Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

9/80 schedule

401K matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks a Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (Level 3) to join our team in Palmdale, CA, with on-site work and travel requirements. The role emphasizes IMS development, Earned Value Management, and integrated master schedules across multiple functions.

Level 4 candidates with broader experience are also welcome. Secure a Secret clearance; no telecommute options. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge programs and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR Master's with 3 years of relevant experience; 9 years can substitute for a degree.
• Active Government Secret clearance or higher (with BI in last 6 years or Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain Program Access within company requirements.
• Experience with MS Project and IMS development.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and schedule to meet program objectives.
• Ensures schedules are integrated across functions including finance, engineering, manufacturing, and quality.
• Tracks plans, performs risk analysis, and resolves critical path and logic conflicts.
• Uses PMP techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances for targeted intervention.

Skills

MS Project

Earned Value Management

IMS development

Gantt charts

PERT charts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

COBRA

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks a Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (Level 3) to join our team in Palmdale, CA, with on-site work and travel requirements. The role emphasizes IMS development, Earned Value Management, and integrated master schedules across multiple functions.

Level 4 candidates with broader experience are also welcome. Secure a Secret clearance; no telecommute options. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge programs and a strong benefits package.