Program Planner / Scheduler 3

Program Planner 3

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

The program planner 3 is critical to managing Draper programs. This role is responsible for developing the integrated master schedule, working with CAMs and the PM to identify all schedule dependencies. Candidate will update status per the business rhythm, run metrics, and meet with program leadership to identify schedule slips and mitigate risks. The incumbent will also act as the earned value management system (EVMS) expert for the program, with guidance, and will work closely with finance to track budget and ETCs. This position will act as a trusted advisor to leadership for program execution and direction. This role requires an active secret clearance.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Develops IMS, using scheduling software such as Open Plan or MS Project, incorporating all dependencies, to track the execution of the program and identify possible risks.
• Drives program business rhythm to ensure CDRL and other reporting deadlines are met.
• Ensures the IMS is compliant with government customer requirements throughout all program phases with guidance.
• Ensures the IMS is resource-loaded for applicable scope with target budgets and demonstrates thorough cost and schedule integration.
• Supports EAC and LRE processes as they relate to the Program IMS with guidance.
• Acts as planning EVMS expert for the program with some guidance.
• Works closely with program finance to ensure cost / schedule alignment.
• Leads the development and maintenance of the program master phasing schedule using milestones professional software or similar scheduling software.
• Implements project management processes, tools, program planning, and control practices for new pursuits and existing programs as directed by program planning management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Job location - city : Cambridge

Job location - state : Massachusetts

Job location - postal code : 02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $205,750.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.