Hybrid - Program Planner Senior

BAE Systems Plc•Nashua, NH

65d•$81,156 - $137,964•Hybrid

About The Position

You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics -from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first -exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Join the BAE Systems Program Planning team as a Sr. Program Planner, supporting the dynamic and challenging Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area. As part of our Program Excellence organization, you will work closely with the Program Management and Risk Management teams to coordinate and execute key critical planning support on our Defense Industry programs. The individual selected for this exciting and challenging position would be recognized as a Program Planner Sr. who demonstrates proficiency in all planning tools and processes. You will actively work with your cross-functional program teams and Program Excellence leadership to deliver effective and timely solutions to support the organizations planning and execution needs on both proposals and programs. This career advancing role will provide you exposure within the DoD/Aerospace industry and promote career growth within the field. The Program Planning team is a trusted business partner, providing information and innovative solutions for decision-making that are critical to delivering quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. We are committed to employee growth and development, encouraging employees to build a long-term career here at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are provided opportunities to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs, networking events and job rotation opportunities, providing a diverse exposure to other areas of the organization. These opportunities could be in the areas of Program Planning Functional Management, Program Management, Risk Management, Finance, Contracts and Operations, to name just a few.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in, Operations, Technical field of study, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or similar applicable discipline; or equivalent experience, and four (4) years of planning/scheduling experience; or a Master's Degree and two (2) year of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Project - Specific experience building DoD EMD schedules
Preferred experience with scheduling tools such as SSI Tools, Presentation Pro, Barbecana Full Monte Schedule Risk, and WBS Pro
Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers

Responsibilities

Support the development of process-compliant program and proposal master, intermediate, and detailed schedules
Proactively engages in program execution and risk management
Assists program management in periodic Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and prepares reports for customer and/or business management personnel
Supports the implementation of work-around or recovery plans
Supports the team in monitoring program schedule performance and activities
Supports the development of critical and driving path analyses
Supports that schedules are fully compliant with company, customer, and industry requirements (DID 81861, IPMR-Integrated Program Management Report or IPMDAR - Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report)

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards