Senior Program Planning and Scheduling Manager

Sierra Nevada Corporation

. Oversee preparation, development, and coordination of integrated master plans and schedules for highly complex and strategic programs .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $173,261 - $238,233 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program planning and scheduling, with a strong focus on developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and conducting Schedule Risk Assessments. Proven leadership in mentoring teams and implementing advanced scheduling best practices to align with organizational objectives.

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Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) DevelopmentEarned Value Management (EVM) PrinciplesSchedule Risk AnalysisMicrosoft Project ProfessionalLeadership in Program Planning

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningSchedule Risk AssessmentCritical Path AnalysisResource Loaded Integrated Master SchedulesSchedule Performance AnalysisWork Breakdown Structure (WBS) DevelopmentEvent versus Product Based SchedulesMil Standard 881DCMA 14-PointEarned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

Soft Skills

MentoringChange ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationStakeholder EngagementTraining and Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectScheduling ToolsEarned Value Management Tools

Industry Keywords

DoDGovernment ContractingPublic Auditing PoliciesProgram Management ProcessesSecret U.S. Security Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee preparation, development, and coordination of integrated master plans and schedules for highly complex and strategic programs
Ensure tracking and maintenance of project plans and schedules with horizontal and vertical integration across the enterprise
Lead advanced risk analysis to identify, assess, and mitigate significant schedule risks
Resolve critical path and network logic conflicts using Gantt, PERT, and milestone charts
Evaluate schedule compliance and address major completion shortfalls through strategic interventions
Prepare and present detailed schedule-status reports and actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders and executive leadership
Foster cross-functional collaboration for accurate, timely, and comprehensive scheduling data
Champion advanced scheduling best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentor junior and intermediate analysts on advanced scheduling techniques and best practices
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making to align organizational priorities with business objectives
Coordinate, generate, and integrate enterprise-level Schedule Risk Assessments
Analyze schedule data to identify critical risks and opportunities
Present high-level strategic reports and insights to executive leadership and key stakeholders
Work in an office or hybrid environment, use a computer for extended periods, and occasionally travel for training or meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree targeting Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
11+ years of experience in program planning and scheduling, with at least 4+ years in a leadership role
Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications; in the absence of a degree, a minimum of 15 years of related experience is required
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience
Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews
Advanced skills in Microsoft Project Professional or other similar scheduling tool and familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) Tools
Proven experience in the development and maintenance of resource loaded integrated master schedules, including detailed schedule analysis, health assessments, schedule risk assessments, and critical/driving path analysis
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance
U.S. Citizenship status is required
Extensive experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or similar schedule toolset
In-depth knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and systems
Comprehensive understanding of DCMA 14-point and IPMDAR DI_MGMT-81861
Strong understanding of Mil Standard 881
Proven experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
Advanced application of Critical Path Analysis and Schedule Risk Analysis
Proficient in Schedule Performance and Health Metric Analysis
Strong knowledge of engineering design and life cycle concepts
Expert ability to assemble and build Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
Deep understanding of Event versus Product based schedules
Proficient in Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development
Thorough understanding of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
Skilled in resource leveling, validation of remaining work, identifying and resolving critical path conflicts, and analyzing schedule impacts of proposed changes
Experience in coaching, mentoring, and teaching team members
Ability to work across multiple software systems and comprehend system relationships
Ability to develop and conduct relevant stakeholder learning sessions
Strong foundational understanding of Program Management processes
Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures
Ability to support employee training, onboarding, continuing education, and certification testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive pay based upon performance
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement