Lead Master Scheduler ( Location Multiple CMS sites) Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
82111BR
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Job Location
Minneapolis, MN 55421-1402, US
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Job Category
Project & Program Management
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Clearance Level
None
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Career Level
Experienced
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Travel
<10%
Job Description (Selected Candidate can site at any CMS preferably Minnesota or Kentucky)
BAE Systems’ Weapons system's Master Planning & Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Weapons System's business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control.
Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility.
A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance.
This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following:
- Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool
- Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality
- Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel
- Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans
- Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements
- Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP)
- Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams
- Effective organization and communication skills
- Coachable with a desire to learn
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation
- Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures
- Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software
- Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning & Scheduling team
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Business Administration or similar along with at least 4 years of planning/scheduling experience
- Understanding of Earned Value Management principles
- Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra
- Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment
- Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements
- Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies
- Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.
Additional Information
Who We Are
You're used to protecting what matters most.
Our team has the privilege and the responsibility of knowing that the work we do really matters. Our work is vital to the armed forces personnel and major corporations who rely on us to protect, equip and support them where it counts; to the security and prosperity of the nations we serve; to our skilled and talented people; to the local communities where we are based; and to the wider community who invest in, supply and engage with us. At BAE Systems, everyone can make a difference.
We believe that a diverse workforce inspires creativity and drives innovation. We respect and value the huge variety of skills, abilities and perspectives that our people bring to our business. We celebrate our differences and aim to recruit and develop talent from all backgrounds, championing the strength that a truly inclusive and collaborative workplace gives to our company culture and performance.
Enjoy a flexible environment that values your work-life balance and helps you perform at your best.
On the job training, leadership programs, collaboration with leading experts – excellence is built into your career development whether you are just starting out as an apprentice or are an experienced professional.
We’re united by trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in our field. It helps that we’re nice people too.
See your contribution, making real change as breakthrough technology and intelligence solutions reshape the landscape for our customers.
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