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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense
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The Sentinel - Manager 2 - Program Planning and Scheduling role is situated within the Strategic Deterrent Systems division. This position involves managing an analyst team to develop, maintain, and improve EVMS compliant scheduling processes across all program phases from early investment through sustainment and deactivation. The manager will oversee digital transformation, tool optimization, training, and the generation of monthly deliverables while ensuring schedule implementation meets reporting requirements. Key responsibilities include integrating project schedules with Earned Value Management and providing guidance on programmatic requirements. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Project Server, Oracle Primavera P6, and SSI Tools. This position supports the development, production, and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, as well as associated infrastructure within the Sentinel program domain.
Develop and maintain EVMS compliant scheduling processes across all program phases using MS Project Server and Oracle Primavera P6.
Lead an analyst team focused on digital transformation, tool optimization, and training for program support personnel.
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting to the segment team to satisfy programmatic requirements.
Analyze performance metrics to provide insights into process excellence and continuous improvement.
Advise business managers on integrating project schedules with Earned Value Management systems.
Support internal and external reviews and audits regarding program planning and scheduling.
Manage multiple priorities while setting clear expectations for the assigned team.
Oversee personnel management including performance management, career development, staffing, and merit planning.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field (or 12 years experience with a high school diploma).
8 years of related experience for those with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years for those with a Master's degree.
At least 1 year of experience working in Microsoft Project and/or Oracle Primavera P6.
Experience and application of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
Minimum 6 years of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.
Experience in program management, execution, and closeout.
Experience with people leadership including performance management, career development, staffing, and merit planning.
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility.
Active Secret Security Clearance (preferred).
Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level (preferred).
Experience building strong customer relationships (preferred).
1+ years of program planning activities or teams in an EVMS environment (preferred).
Earned Value Management
Integrated Master Planning
WBS
IMP
IMS
Program Control
Subcontracts
Data Center Facility Planning
Product Life Cycle Development
Systems Engineering
EVMS
Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Program Management
Project Management
Procurement
Strategic Planning
Proposal Development
Engineering Development Lifecycle
DoD Sustainment
Project Management
MS Project
Microsoft Office
Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Logistics Support Analysis
Maintenance Planning
Technical Data
Estimate at Complete
Project Management
EVMS
Primavera P6
Agile
Project
Microsoft Office
Atlassian Tool Suite
SAP
Windows
Giver/Receiver Web Tool
Business Management Scheduling tools
Cost Account Manager (CAM)