Lead Program Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surge support to Tier One Programs, including tool implementations and major replans.
• Manage the development and maintenance of complex program schedules, including resource loading and Earned Value Analysis.
• Develop Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using IMP, SOW, and WBS.
• Perform regular analysis of program schedules to evaluate enterprise-wide resource needs and schedule status.
• Identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts using Gantt, PERT, and milestone charts.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to planning and scheduling employees.
• Ensure compliance with internal program procedures and project control system guidelines.
• Interface with functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality to ensure integrated planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; OR
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; OR
• 13 years of prior relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience in Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development.
• Expertise in Critical Path Analysis and Risk Analysis.
• Proficiency with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of EVMS Standard (EIA 748-D) and Planning & Scheduling Excellence Guide (PASEG).
• Experience with Monte Carlo Risk Analysis (Schedule Risk Analysis).
• Experience working on DoD projects within FAR and DFAR environments.
• Experience leading planning and scheduling efforts for large-scale, high-visibility Government projects.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, and Project Server.
• Knowledge of Space and Airborne Systems programs.

About the Company

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. We deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains to support national security and our customers' mission-critical needs.