Northrop Grumman

Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst

Northrop Grumman$103K — $155K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of program planning experience OR Master’s with 3 years OR 9 years of applicable experience without a degree.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance, background investigation within last 6 years.
  • Ability to obtain Program Access in a timely manner as per company needs.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Project and IMS.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) practices.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and coordinate the integrated master plan and schedule to meet program objectives.
  • Ensure project schedules are integrated across finance, engineering, and other functional groups.
  • Track plans and schedules, conduct risk analysis, identify, and resolve conflicts.
  • Utilize project management techniques like Gantt and PERT to gauge progress and performance.
  • Facilitate focus on critical areas through analysis of performance variances.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Robust learning opportunities.
  • Inclusive and friendly work environment.
  • Participation in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
  • Excellent work/life balance and 9/80 work schedule.
  • Exceptional healthcare and benefits package.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site in Palmdale, CA with 25% travel required or El Segundo, CA or San Diego, CA with 50% travel required. The selected candidate will work closely with the Program Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the AS Business Management organization.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
  • Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives
  • Ensures major projects and program schedules and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality
  • Tracks plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts
  • Uses Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of program planning and scheduling experience OR Master's degree with 3 years of stated experience OR an additional 4 years of applicable work experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  • Possess intermediate to advanced skills in MS Project and IMS.
  • Proven background and experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) practices and the ability to support implementation on programs.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in material cost management
  • Experience with EVM
  • Experience with SAP and MPM &/or COBRA


We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! Does this sound like what you're looking for?

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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