Northrop Grumman
ProgramPlanningAnalyst/Scheduler
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“Program Planning Analyst/Scheduler at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Program Planning, Scheduling, Integrated Master Schedule. Develop program plans and schedules. Prepare an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)”
Industry & Context.
Analyze forecast dates impacts; Analyze impacts to the critical path(s); Identify risks
Travel 10% of the Time, US Citizenship required, Obtain and maintain a US Government Secret level security clearance, Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2 years of related work experience, 6 years of applied experience in lieu of degree, Some planning/scheduling related experience, Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time, US Citizenship is required, Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret level security clearance
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Finance, Operations Management, or related field, Program scheduling experience using Microsoft Project, Oracle P6, Deltek Open Plan or other related scheduling tools, Experience using Schedule Health Analysis tools and Schedule Risk Assessment tools, Working knowledge of EVMS guidelines and processes, Current, active US Government Secret level security clearance
What You'll Do.
Develop program plans and schedules
Prepare an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Maintain an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Analyze an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Incorporate all program scope
Identify program milestones with contractual need dates
Decompose program scope into clearly defined tasks
Identify internal and external task dependencies
Analyze forecast dates impacts
Analyze impacts to the critical path(s)
Develop an estimate to complete
Assess resource requirements for scheduled tasks
Manage status updates
Develop internal reports on program status
Develop external reports on program status
Identify risks impacting achievability of program schedule requirements
Ensure compliance with applicable EVMS Guidelines
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface with Program Managers; Interface with Engineering; Interface with Operations; Interface with Business Management; Work with Control Account Managers
Communication Scope
Status reporting
Process & Methodology
Program planning, Program scheduling, Integrated Master Schedule
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## **Description** At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and [cyber](https://www.northropgrumman.com/what-we-do/mission-solutions/cyber) solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. We are looking for you to join our Program Scheduling and Compliance Center of Excellence as a **Program Planning Analyst /Scheduler** based out of **Sykesville, MD**. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule. **_What You’ll Get to Do_** The **Program Planning Analyst/Scheduler** will be hired directly into our Scheduling Center of Excellence and placed on programs within the Mission Systems (MS) Sector. The MS Scheduling organization focuses on skill development and, most importantly, creates a pathway for professional development and pro
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