Program Planning & Scheduling Analyst III

Sierra Space

. Develop and/or support the establishment and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeLouisville • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $92,117 - $126,661 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Schedule Management and data analysis, with a strong ability to conduct critical path analysis and Schedule Risk Assessments. Proficient in preparing and presenting actionable schedule reports to stakeholders while ensuring alignment with contractual requirements.

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Schedule ManagementData Analysis ToolsCritical Path AnalysisPMP CertificationMicrosoft Project Web Access

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Hard Skills

Schedule Risk AssessmentsVariance AnalysisAdvanced Excel FeaturesEarned Value Program SupportMaster/Subproject Integrated Master Schedules

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Scheduling SoftwareData Analysis ToolsMicrosoft Project Web Access

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

DCMA ComplianceSchedule DevelopmentManagement Best PracticesProgram ManagementOperations Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and/or support the establishment and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Perform detailed schedule analysis and prepare reports for program leadership
Prepare schedules for all contract work
Conduct critical path analysis, variance analysis, and Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) as required
Incorporate contractual changes into the IMS following baseline change guidelines
Ensure schedules align with contractual requirements and program objectives
Identify schedule risks and opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information for schedule planning
Use data analysis tools to perform detailed schedule analysis
Present schedule reports and actionable insights to stakeholders
Maintain realistic contract schedule baselines and schedule transparency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, or Master's degree plus 3 years of experience
Typically 5+ years of related experience
Experience with Schedule Management, Industrial Engineering, management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical roles in business, program, or operations management
Proficiency in scheduling software and data analysis tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools
Experience preparing and presenting schedule reports to senior management
Experience collecting data from several sources, performing analysis, and communicating data
Experience with advanced Excel features, including Pivot Tables and Vlookups
Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools
Knowledge of DCMA compliance, schedule development, and management best practices
Understanding of Master/Subproject Integrated Master Schedules
Advanced degree in Industrial Engineering, finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field (preferred)
PMP or similar certification (preferred)
Ability to conduct Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) (preferred)
Knowledge of Microsoft Project Web Access (PWA) (preferred)
Experience with Earned Value (EV) program support (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Personal and professional development opportunities
Collaborative work culture
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities