Program or Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst

Requisition : R

• Category: Business Management

• Location: Palmdale, California, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has a few openings for a Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (level
2) or 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. The selected candidate will work closely with the Program Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the AS Business Management organization.

Essential Functions:

• 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 Level 2:

• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience in Program Planning or a Master's Degree with entry level experience

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project

• Able to work on site in Palmdale, CA

• Active DoD Secret Clearance, and program access prior to start

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience in Program Planning or a Master's Degree with 3 years of related experience

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project

• Able to work on site in Palmdale, CA

• Active DoD Secret Clearance, and program access prior to start

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace/Defense Industry experience

• Excel Macro/VBA Skills

• Experience in Deltek Cobra

• Experience in Deltek Acumen Risk

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team 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.

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.

Salary Range: $81,300 - $121,900

Salary Range 2: $100,300 - $150,500

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our website. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.