Associate Program Master Scheduler

Associate Program Master Scheduler

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Textron Systems in Wilmington, MA is looking for a dedicated Associate Program Master Scheduler to develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for programs in our Weapons Systems business segment. As an Associate Program Master Scheduler, you will work cross-functionally with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations to develop, manage and report on Engineering Development and Production schedules. In this role you’ll also provide and develop scheduling best practices in Earned Value Management.

Responsibilities :

Analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and ensure they accurately represent contractual scope, logic flow, and resources required to execute the program.

Assist in the development of program baselines, including assigning resources within work-breakdown-structures, assigning earned value methods, and verification of contract budget baseline

Coordinate with Financial Analysts and provide technical insight on Earned Value variance analysis to assist CAMs in baseline variance reporting

Resolve schedule issues efficiently through root cause analysis and teamwork

Monitor and improve planning and scheduling processes and procedures

Analyze operational health metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

0-3 years’ experience in scheduling within an engineering development and / or manufacturing operation, or other similar experience

Demonstrated success in planning, developing, baselining and tracking schedules for commercial and DoD programs

Familiar with Schedule management within the Primavera P6 scheduling tool, or Microsoft Project, or Deltek OpenPlan.

Proven working knowledge and understanding of advanced scheduling methodologies and techniques

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or other related field is preferred.

Experience with implementing, tracking and reporting schedule performance / Earned Value

Ability to derive, interpret and present schedule performance and efficiency metrics to Senior Leadership team (e.g. schedule variance, SPI, milestone burndown, plan vs actual, etc.)

Ability to develop and report on Schedule Risk Analyses (SRA)

Experience with supporting development of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and transitioning these into Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).

Excellent oral and written communication skills & ability to interface effectively and efficiently across the organization.

Familiarity with schedules in an MRP / ERP environment (i.e. SAP, Oracle, MAPICS, BAAN, etc.).

Must be a U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company : Textron Systems

Primary Location : US-Massachusetts-Wilmington

Job Function : Program Management

Schedule : Full-time

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Type : Experienced

Shift : First Shift

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting : 10 / 10 / 2025, 1 : 37 : 22 PM

Job Number : 336980

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