Northrop Grumman

Sentinel - Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (2 or 3) 18553-1

Northrop Grumman$72K — $134K *
Roy, UT 84067In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience (or equivalent experience); advanced degrees accepted with fewer years of experience.
  • US citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel Macro/VBA.
  • Experience in aerospace or defense industries.
  • Familiarity with project management tools like MS Project or Primavera for Level 3.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with project management to establish a program measurement baseline.
  • Analyze schedule risks and collaborate with managers to address critical path issues.
  • Conduct project analyses using metrics and predictive analysis techniques.
  • Utilize project management methodologies like Gantt and earned value management to track progress.
  • Manage contractual changes to maintain accurate cost and schedule baselines.
  • Assist with month-end Earned Value reporting activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Educational assistance for further learning.
  • Life insurance and employee assistance programs.
  • Generous paid time off and wellness resources.
  • Competitive relocation assistance options.
  • Standard 9/80 work schedule allowing for an extra day off every other week.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst level 2 or 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located at Roy, UT to support the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force's sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure. This position may be filled at a higher level based on qualifications below.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate with business management and project management staff to develop an integrated program measurement baseline to manage cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program.
  • Perform Schedule risk analyses and work with the program manager to resolve risky schedules, critical path issues, and network logic conflicts.
  • Perform thorough project analysis through metrics reviews and predictive analysis to enhance cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Utilize 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.
  • Incorporate contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
  • Participate in month-end Earned Value reporting close activities.


This position may be filled at a Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst level 2 or at a Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst level 3

Basic Education and Experience Qualifications for a Level 2
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 0 years of related professional experience - OR - 4 additional years of related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
  • US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel Macro/VBA.
  • Aerospace/Defense Industry Experience
  • Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.


Basic Education and Experience Qualifications for a Level 3
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of related professional experience - OR - a PhD with 1 year of related professional experience. 4 additional years of related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
  • US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
  • Experience with MS Project, P6 Primavera, Deltek Open Plan, Deltek Cobra/MPM, Deltek Acumen, OR other Schedule Risk Assessment software tools.
  • Experience working in Microsoft Project Server Environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel Macro/VBA.
  • Aerospace/Defense Industry Experience
  • Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.


Preferred Qualifications for BOTH levels:
  • Active U.S. Government Secret level security clearance (with the investigation in the past 6 years).
  • Active SCI (SSBI) or DoD Top Secret security clearance (with a full investigation within the past 6 years).
  • Experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling
  • 1+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
  • Experience with Schedule Analytics and Schedule Risk Assessment tools
  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.
  • Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical ability.


Position Benefits
  • As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts


This position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

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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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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