Full-Time

Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst

Level 3 or 4

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Robotics & Automation
Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$93k - $173.2kAnnually

+ Bonus

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Halethorpe, MD, USA

No relocation assistance available.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Research & Development
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related work experience – OR - Master’s degree with 3+ years of related work experience
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access
  • Experience with Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development or similar program, Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA) approach and execution, Earned Value Management (EVM), and MS Project
  • Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of related work experience – OR - Master’s degree with 7+ years of related work experience
  • Active DoD SCI Access at time of application
Responsibilities
  • Provide Engineering planning/scheduling support to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs) to establish program baseline and manage program execution
  • Evaluate subcontract / supplier schedules and integrate into IMS
  • Collaborate with IPTs/CAMs to determine, monitor, and update program schedules with consideration of operational budgets, and manpower requirements
  • Track plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, prepare & implement change requests, identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts
  • Perform detailed schedule, resource, work, and cost analysis in deriving solutions / recommendations to address program issues
  • Develop and present weekly/monthly program schedule performance metrics, including Tier 1 summary schedules
  • Formulate and recommend corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, and work requirements
  • Prepare and validate month end IMS submittal to customer in accordance with contractual requirements (IPMR, IPMDAR) in conjunction with scheduling best practices
  • Understand Engineering Statement of Work (SOW), product details, and processes to provide recommendations for critical management decisions
  • Prepare and support program events including Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR), Internal Surveillance Reviews (ISR) and Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audits

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions primarily for government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. The company specializes in areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and C4ISR, which encompasses command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Their products and services are developed through extensive research and development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technologies. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term contracts that ensure a steady revenue stream, which are often secured through a competitive bidding process. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by continuously innovating and delivering comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of the aerospace and defense sectors.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Northrop Grumman's continuous innovation, exemplified by the Jackal missile and M230LF chain gun, positions it as a leader in cutting-edge defense technology.
  • The company's long-term contracts with government clients ensure a steady revenue stream and financial stability.
  • Significant investments in R&D and partnerships, such as the ammunition production line in Lithuania, offer growth opportunities and market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive bidding process for government contracts can lead to revenue volatility if Northrop Grumman fails to secure key deals.
  • Dependence on government contracts makes the company vulnerable to changes in defense budgets and political priorities.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman's focus on advanced autonomous systems and AI capabilities, such as the FAAD ABM, sets it apart in the defense sector by enhancing real-time decision-making for warfighters.
  • The company's diversified revenue streams across Aerospace Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services provide stability and resilience against market fluctuations.
  • Northrop Grumman's strategic partnerships, like the one with Lithuania for ammunition production, expand its global footprint and strengthen international alliances.

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