Sr. Program Controls Planner / Scheduler
About The Position
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We are seeking a Senior Program Controls Planner/Scheduler to join our team. This high-visibility role supports a major development program and requires deep expertise in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and integrated planning. The Program Controls Planner / Scheduler owns the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring its accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness as a predictive management tool. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, proactive stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to schedule quality and EVMS compliance.
Requirements
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
- Experience using scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent.
- Understanding of EVMS principles, DCMA 14‑Point Assessment, and schedule health best practices.
- Experience working and analyzing large datasets, identify trends, and communicate insights effectively.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Nice To Haves
- Experience in program planning, scheduling, and EVMS on large, complex government or customer‑funded programs.
- Experience supporting Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) or similar lifecycle phases.
- Prior involvement with cost‑redeterminable or cost‑type contracts.
- EVMS or scheduling‑related certifications (e.g., PMI‑SP, EVMP, AACEI).
- Familiarity with risk‑adjusted scheduling, Monte Carlo analysis, or advanced forecasting techniques.
Responsibilities
- Manage a monthly program controls cadence, coordinating cost and schedule activities across weekly reporting cycles.
- Lead month-end close activities by ensuring alignment and reconciliation of cost and schedule data between accounting systems and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
- Collaborate with cost analysts and scheduling analysts to maintain data consistency across multiple systems, including baseline schedules, forecast dates, and earned value metrics.
- Prepare and deliver internal leadership and external customer reports by analyzing program performance data and validating reporting accuracy.
- Support reporting requirements for prime contractors, government customers, and executive leadership through comprehensive performance analysis and data presentation.
- Execute schedule change management processes by updating project status, incorporating progress, and maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule.
- Monitor schedule health using established metrics to ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) Earned Value Management (EVM) requirements.
- Conduct Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) to evaluate schedule confidence, assess critical path accuracy, and identify potential delivery risks.
- Analyze critical path and schedule performance to support risk-informed decision-making and improve forecast reliability.
- Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and audit requirements by maintaining high-quality schedule data and documentation.
- Build stakeholder confidence by providing accurate program performance reporting, maintaining schedule integrity, and supporting internal and external audits.
- Coordinate continuous planning activities by completing ongoing schedule updates, resolving outstanding actions, and preparing for subsequent monthly reporting cycles.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
