Program Scheduler (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney • East Hartford, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Job Summary: Pratt & Whitney’s Program Planning & Scheduling (PP&S) organization is searching for a Program Scheduler. The PP&S organization works with key program stakeholders to promote the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) as a healthy, integrated management tool. The master schedule is the program’s most powerful management tool and when properly maintained, the schedule can be used to influence program management decisions and actions. PP&S supports various programs by managing the IMS content, providing quality analysis of the product and ensuring that it meets government and company standards. The Military Development Program Scheduler works with technical partners to ensure quality inputs and baseline integrity. They apply their knowledge in scheduling with Earned Value team members and Cost Account Managers (CAMs) on Military Engine Programs, promoting the IMS as a healthy, integrated management tool. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player who understands how to effectively and independently drive timely and accurate support of the IMS.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years prior relevant experience; or an advanced degree in a relevant field. Candidates with associate’s degree and 4+ years’ relevant experience may be considered.
• Relevant experience to include: time as a program Scheduler or Planner, time in program and/or project management, experience in supporting government proposals, time in Earned Value Management and proficiency in MS Office Programs (MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on schedules that require baseline change control and monthly IPMR/IPMDAR reporting (government compliance programs).
• Familiar with the NDIA's Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide.
• Demonstrated understanding of EV management principles and their application to complex projects.
• Understanding of systems/project engineering concepts and practices.
• Strong creative problem-solving, collaboration, critical thinking and time management skills.
• Organized and self-motivated with excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively handle multiple shifting priorities while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate schedules for IMS quality according to DCMA requirements.
• Maintain schedule health, making sure that the schedule is vertically and horizontally linked to perform program critical path assessments with limited oversight.
• Provide scheduling support to technical work scope owners by employing best practices to ensure timely and accurate status/forecasting of work; analyzing program plans; assist in developing sound schedule baseline changes by validating, approving, and integrating changes into existing schedules.
• Assess the variance and mitigation plans of technical experts in order to maintain the IMS as a tool to manage technical execution.
• Collaborate with Earned Value Analysts and CAMs to ensure alignment between SAP, MRP and IMS reporting systems.
• Create and update scheduling standard.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level