Program Scheduler III
BlueHalo, Simi Valley, CA, United States
Program Scheduler III
The Program Scheduler III is responsible for building and maintaining resource-loaded Proposal and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in support of multiple product and business areas. This individual contributor role works within a team environment comprising Program Management, Finance, Technical, and other supporting staff. The Senior Program Scheduler successfully integrates resources, task status, and risk management into the schedule.
Position Responsibilities
Maintains schedule integrity including, but not limited to, proper schedule structure and cost alignment (MIL-STD-881 or similar program hierarchy) with proper network logic producing a realistic program critical path. Adherence to FAR & EVMS principles a plus
Maintenance of the IMS, summary and detail schedules (vertical schedule integration), support project status meetings, maintain schedule metrics and performance reports, identify and track project risk activities, perform critical path analysis & support reporting of program performance against the plan
Schedules configuration control, change management, and schedule baseline control
Performs Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA)
Risk planning with program/project management using the schedule for identifying and recommending mitigation strategies for project risks to ensure cost & Schedule targets are achieved
Supports program Finance, Engineering and Program Management in the proper conduct of program execution resulting in the completion of program scope within budget
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Mathematics, Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 5 - 8 years of relevant work experience and technical experience as outlined above
Experienced in Program Planning & Scheduling, Project Management and Program Controls
Experienced using Schedule Health Analysis and Schedule Risk Assessment tools
Demonstrated knowledge of planning and scheduling processes with IMP/IMS methodologies, EVM and Program Management metrics and reporting
Current expertise in: 1) MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel required), 2) MS Project
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Experience using MS Project, Project Web Applications (Project Server 2013/2016) preferred
Experience developing Work Breakdown Structures, utilizing cost‑schedule baseline change controls and integrating cost and scheduling tools (Cobra & Pro Picer for EVMS & Proposals, respectively) is desired
Works effectively in building productive working relationships with other users, finance, planners and support staff in achieving results
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Demonstrates competency in prioritizing workload, deliverables and sense of organization
Works with a sense of timeliness, efficiency and high degree of accuracy
Has effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
Able to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Demonstrates leadership, teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Clearance Level
No Clearance
Salary Range
$70,500 - $100,275
Benefits
AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
ITAR Requirement
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A U.S. person according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
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The Program Scheduler III is responsible for building and maintaining resource-loaded Proposal and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in support of multiple product and business areas. This individual contributor role works within a team environment comprising Program Management, Finance, Technical, and other supporting staff. The Senior Program Scheduler successfully integrates resources, task status, and risk management into the schedule.
Position Responsibilities
Maintains schedule integrity including, but not limited to, proper schedule structure and cost alignment (MIL-STD-881 or similar program hierarchy) with proper network logic producing a realistic program critical path. Adherence to FAR & EVMS principles a plus
Maintenance of the IMS, summary and detail schedules (vertical schedule integration), support project status meetings, maintain schedule metrics and performance reports, identify and track project risk activities, perform critical path analysis & support reporting of program performance against the plan
Schedules configuration control, change management, and schedule baseline control
Performs Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA)
Risk planning with program/project management using the schedule for identifying and recommending mitigation strategies for project risks to ensure cost & Schedule targets are achieved
Supports program Finance, Engineering and Program Management in the proper conduct of program execution resulting in the completion of program scope within budget
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Mathematics, Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 5 - 8 years of relevant work experience and technical experience as outlined above
Experienced in Program Planning & Scheduling, Project Management and Program Controls
Experienced using Schedule Health Analysis and Schedule Risk Assessment tools
Demonstrated knowledge of planning and scheduling processes with IMP/IMS methodologies, EVM and Program Management metrics and reporting
Current expertise in: 1) MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel required), 2) MS Project
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Experience using MS Project, Project Web Applications (Project Server 2013/2016) preferred
Experience developing Work Breakdown Structures, utilizing cost‑schedule baseline change controls and integrating cost and scheduling tools (Cobra & Pro Picer for EVMS & Proposals, respectively) is desired
Works effectively in building productive working relationships with other users, finance, planners and support staff in achieving results
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Demonstrates competency in prioritizing workload, deliverables and sense of organization
Works with a sense of timeliness, efficiency and high degree of accuracy
Has effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
Able to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Demonstrates leadership, teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Clearance Level
No Clearance
Salary Range
$70,500 - $100,275
Benefits
AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
ITAR Requirement
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A U.S. person according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
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