Principal Program Planning & Scheduling Analyst
Core
Leading the establishment and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for highly complex space and defense projects, performing critical path and variance analysis, and preparing executive-level reports to facilitate decision-making.
Role type
Principal Program Planning & Scheduling Analyst
Builds
Realistic, achievable, and compliant contract schedules for space missions and defense systems
Domain
Space & Defense / Program Management
Required skills
Schedule Management, Critical Path Analysis, Variance Analysis, Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA), Earned Value (EV) Program support, DCMA Scheduling compliance, Master/Subproject IMS management, Data Analytics, Executive Reporting, Contractual Change Management
Preferred skills
PMP Certification, Advanced degree in Industrial Engineering/Finance/Business Administration
Technologies
Excel (Pivot Tables, Vlookups), Scheduling Software, Data Analysis Tools
Responsibilities
Lead the establishment and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS); Perform in-depth Critical Path and variance analysis; Conduct Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA); Prepare and present executive-level schedule reports and briefings to senior management; Incorporate contractual changes into the IMS to maintain realistic baselines; Mentor team members and foster professional growth.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities