Senior planner Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

V2X is growing! V2X is looking for an Integrated Program Planner to join our team!

V2X Modernization & Sustainment seeks an experienced Program Planner to support the V2X Advanced Line for Operational Response (VALOR) program area team in Indianapolis. VALOR is a program area specializing in quick-reaction capability for our customers, providing bespoke solutions to meet specific customer needs and missions.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Program Planner to partner with Program Managers and cross-functional teams to plan, coordinate, and execute technical engineering design programs. This role involves defining project tasks, determining timelines, identifying resource requirements, and tracking progress to completion. Strong knowledge of hardware design, systems engineering, supply chain coordination, and manufacturing builds is essential.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience managing complex hardware and systems engineering programs, with proficiency in using Microsoft Project to create, update, and optimize program plans.

As required, the Planner will lead / perform the following tasks :

• Work collaboratively with Program Managers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, Control Account Managers, and other team members to determine project scope, deliverables, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Develop and maintain the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) using Microsoft Project.
• Create detailed and effective project plans, including task dependencies, schedules, milestones, resource allocation, and key performance indicators.
• Monitor and report on project progress, providing solutions to address risks, delays, or opportunities.
• Ensure timely execution of program deliverables in collaboration with hardware design engineers, systems engineering teams, supply chain managers, and manufacturing groups.
• Maintain alignment across all functional areas—including engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, mission assurance, and finance—to meet the program’s goals.
• Adapt plans and schedules as needed to meet changing project requirements or customer priorities.
• Provide regular status updates on key milestones and critical path tracking to Program Managers and stakeholders.

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