Job Description
As a Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst - Level 3, located in Magna, UT you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of possible from day one. This position requires the incumbent to be present 100% on-site. No telework is available.
The Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst - Level 3 reports to the Scheduling Manager and will prepare, develop, and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet all program objectives. In this role, the incumbent will make recommendations to resolve program execution challenges in coordination with multiple functional teams, supplier(s), and the Program Manager.
This position follows a 9/80 work schedule. Employees work 9-hour days Monday through Thursday, 8-hours every other Friday.
In this job, you will:
• Provide Engineering planning/scheduling support to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs) to establish program baseline and manage program execution
• Evaluate subcontract / supplier schedules and integrate into IMS
• Collaborate with IPTs/CAMs to determine, monitor, and update program schedules with consideration of operational budgets, and manpower requirements
• Track plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, prepare & implement change requests, identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts
• Perform detailed schedule, resource, work, and cost analysis in deriving solutions / recommendations to address program issues with collaboration with multiple functions
• Develop and present weekly/monthly program schedule performance metrics, including Tier 1 summary schedules
• Collaborate with development & production team(s) to validate project progress (i.e. Earned Value via QBDs)
• Interface / collaborate with the financial team to ensure program cost and schedule integration
• Prepares and support major program reviews / events including Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audits
• Prepare and validate month end IMS submittal to customer in accordance with contractual requirements (IPMR, IPMDAR) in conjunction with scheduling best practices as prescribed by industry to include, but not limited to: DCMA DECM compliance metrics, IPMR, IPMDAR DI-MGMT-81861, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Critical Path Analysis, Schedule horizontal and vertical integration, Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA).
• Understands Engineering Statement of Work (SOW), product details, and processes to provide recommendations for critical management decisions Understanding of schedule performance impacts on program financials
• Effective engagement with various levels of leadership
• Develop / support new business proposal efforts
• Participate in company / organization process improvement, automation, and innovation initiatives
If this job description excites you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (in STEM or Business Administration) with 5+ years of professional related experience - OR - Master's degree with 3+ year of professional related experience
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) scheduling software (i.e., MS Project, Open Plan, PS3, Primavera P6, Milestone Professional, Deltek)
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficient with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) software (i.e., MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera P6).
• Experience with MS Project Server
• Experience with resource loading Schedules
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience
• Schedule Management for Development & Production programs
• Familiarity with Production "Standards" for progress measurement
• Experience with Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA) approach and execution
• Active DoD Top Secret and/or SCI Clearance
About Launch Vehicles: Leading provider of small-and-medium class space launch vehicles for civil, military and commercial missions that include solid rocket propulsion systems, energetic products, interceptor boosters and target vehicles, and composite manufacturer.
About Business Management: Integrates sector financial/business strategies, overseeing accounting, contracts, pricing, compliance, and asset management.
[https://www.northropgrumman.com/space](https://www.northropgrumman.com/space)
Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $130,000.00The 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.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
As a Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst - Level 3, located in Magna, UT you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of possible from day one. This position requires the incumbent to be present 100% on-site. No telework is available.
The Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst - Level 3 reports to the Scheduling Manager and will prepare, develop, and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet all program objectives. In this role, the incumbent will make recommendations to resolve program execution challenges in coordination with multiple functional teams, supplier(s), and the Program Manager.
This position follows a 9/80 work schedule. Employees work 9-hour days Monday through Thursday, 8-hours every other Friday.
In this job, you will:
• Provide Engineering planning/scheduling support to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs) to establish program baseline and manage program execution
• Evaluate subcontract / supplier schedules and integrate into IMS
• Collaborate with IPTs/CAMs to determine, monitor, and update program schedules with consideration of operational budgets, and manpower requirements
• Track plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, prepare & implement change requests, identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts
• Perform detailed schedule, resource, work, and cost analysis in deriving solutions / recommendations to address program issues with collaboration with multiple functions
• Develop and present weekly/monthly program schedule performance metrics, including Tier 1 summary schedules
• Collaborate with development & production team(s) to validate project progress (i.e. Earned Value via QBDs)
• Interface / collaborate with the financial team to ensure program cost and schedule integration
• Prepares and support major program reviews / events including Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audits
• Prepare and validate month end IMS submittal to customer in accordance with contractual requirements (IPMR, IPMDAR) in conjunction with scheduling best practices as prescribed by industry to include, but not limited to: DCMA DECM compliance metrics, IPMR, IPMDAR DI-MGMT-81861, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Critical Path Analysis, Schedule horizontal and vertical integration, Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA).
• Understands Engineering Statement of Work (SOW), product details, and processes to provide recommendations for critical management decisions Understanding of schedule performance impacts on program financials
• Effective engagement with various levels of leadership
• Develop / support new business proposal efforts
• Participate in company / organization process improvement, automation, and innovation initiatives
If this job description excites you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (in STEM or Business Administration) with 5+ years of professional related experience - OR - Master's degree with 3+ year of professional related experience
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) scheduling software (i.e., MS Project, Open Plan, PS3, Primavera P6, Milestone Professional, Deltek)
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficient with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) software (i.e., MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera P6).
• Experience with MS Project Server
• Experience with resource loading Schedules
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience
• Schedule Management for Development & Production programs
• Familiarity with Production "Standards" for progress measurement
• Experience with Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA) approach and execution
• Active DoD Top Secret and/or SCI Clearance
About Launch Vehicles: Leading provider of small-and-medium class space launch vehicles for civil, military and commercial missions that include solid rocket propulsion systems, energetic products, interceptor boosters and target vehicles, and composite manufacturer.
About Business Management: Integrates sector financial/business strategies, overseeing accounting, contracts, pricing, compliance, and asset management.
[https://www.northropgrumman.com/space](https://www.northropgrumman.com/space)
Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $130,000.00The 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.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 2025 Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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