Supervisor 2, Program Planner/Scheduler

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Reston, VA is seeking a Supervisor 2, Program Planner/Scheduler to manage and optimize program IMS schedules. This role requires expertise in EVMS and IMS best practices and will liaise with customers on scheduling matters.

You will lead junior planners and ensure IMS compliance across program phases, coordinating with multiple functions to integrate plans and budgets. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Program Management and/or Program Planning & Scheduling with a Bachelor's Degree; Master’s degree may substitute.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Planning professionals supporting divisions within Draper’s business units.
• Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) in MS Project.
• Ensure IMS is compliant with government requirements and contract baselines.
• Coordinate with finance, engineering, procurement, operations, and other functions for integrated plans.
• Support EAC and LRE processes related to the IMS.
• Develop the Program Master Phasing Schedule using Milestones Professional.

Skills

MS Project

Primavera

Open Plan

EVMS

Agile planning

DFARS EV clause

PMX tool suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Admin

Master’s degree (optional)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary: The Supervisor 2, Program Planner/Scheduler will manage schedules for a division within a business area. The incumbent will be an expert in EVMS and IMS best practices and may be the liaison between Draper and the customer on scheduling issues. They will manage junior planners.

Duties/Responsibilities

Lead a team of Planning professionals supporting divisions within Draper’s business units. Support development and maintenance of program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) in MS Project, based on requirements and scope provided by the customer Detail plan and maintain the IMS throughout the program’s lifecycle that incorporates contractual and programmatic changes into the IMS in order to maintain realistic, current contract schedule baselines Ensure the IMS is compliant with government customer requirements throughout all program phases Ensure the IMS is resource-loaded for applicable scope with target budgets and demonstrates thorough cost and schedule integration Lead and conduct detailed performance capture and analysis of the IMS and supporting documents to ensure quality, completeness and compliance. Support EAC and LRE processes as they relate to the Program IMS Lead the development and maintenance of the Program Master Phasing Schedule using Milestones Professional Software. Partner with the Program Office to ensure integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality. Identification and implementation of project management processes, tools, program planning, and control practices for new pursuits and existing programs.

Skills/Abilities

Proficient using software designed for creating and maintaining industry related schedules. (MS Project, Primavera, Open Plan, or similar scheduling software) Proficient with developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and/or evaluating critical path and/or workflow. Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar business process Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Familiar with Agile planning and execution Experience leading planning effort on a program with external EV reporting and DFARS EV clause invoked. Experience with integration of subcontractors and operations into program plans, schedules and financial tracking. Proficiency with PMX tool suite or similar program management systems

Education

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field of study. Experience Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Program Management and/or Program Planning & Scheduling with a Bachelor's Degree. Also possible to have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with relevant Master’s Degree.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this opportunity will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Active Secret clearance required.

Job Location

City: Reston

State: Virginia

Postal Code: 20190

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000.00 - $275,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.

Benefits

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture.

Company Culture

We are in the business of redefining what is possible. Join our inclusive, multidisciplinary team to engineer the groundbreaking solutions of tomorrow. Explore life at Draper with our unique culture and benefits at draper.com.