Associate Program Master Scheduler

Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron a $14 billion multi-industry company employing 35000 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 Systems Weapon Systems business area. Visit & 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 this role youll 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
• Bachelors 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.).
• Possesses or has ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance

How We Care
At Textron Systems our talented people make us successful. 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
Textrons 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.