Program Master Scheduler

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Textron Systems in Wilmington, MA is looking for a dedicated Program Master Scheduler to develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for programs in our Weapons Systems business segment. As a Program Master Scheduler, you will work cross-functionally with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations to develop, manage and report on Engineering Development and Production schedules. In this role you’ll also provide and develop scheduling best practices in Earned Value Management.

• Analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and ensure they accurately represent contractual scope, logic flow, and resources required to execute the program.
• Assist in the development of program baselines, including assigning resources within work‑breakdown‑structures, assigning earned value methods, and verification of contract budget baseline.
• Coordinate with Financial Analysts and provide technical insight on Earned Value variance analysis to assist CAMs in baseline variance reporting.
• Resolve schedule issues efficiently through root cause analysis and teamwork.
• Monitor and improve planning and scheduling processes and procedures.
• Analyze operational health metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• 3‑6 years’ experience in scheduling within an engineering development and/or manufacturing operation, or other similar experience.
• Demonstrated success in planning, developing, baselining and tracking schedules for commercial and DoD programs.
• Familiar with Schedule management within the Primavera P6 scheduling tool, or Microsoft Project, or Deltek Open Plan.
• Proven working knowledge and understanding of advanced scheduling methodologies and techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or another related field is preferred.
• Experience with implementing, tracking and reporting schedule performance/Earned Value.
• Ability to derive, interpret and present schedule performance and efficiency metrics to Senior Leadership team (e.g. schedule variance, SPI, milestone burndown, plan vs actual, etc.).
• Ability to develop and report on Schedule Risk Analyses (SRA).
• Experience with supporting development of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and transitioning these into Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills & ability to interface effectively and efficiently across the organization.
• Familiarity with schedules in an MRP/ERP environment (i.e. SAP, Oracle, MAPICS, BAAN, etc.).
• Must be a U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.