Senior Manager, Master Program Planner (R3858)
Shield AI
What you'll do:
- Establish and lead the program planning function for new and existing programs.
- Shape master planning tool selection and integration with Finance, Program Management, and Engineering tool suites.
- Integrate Agile backlog planning and sprint execution into traditional scheduling frameworks while maintaining EVM integrity.
- Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS EVMS requirements and support internal/external audits, including DCMA surveillance activities.
- Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) aligned with the Program Manager’s execution approach and contractual milestones.
- Conduct critical path analysis, risk-based schedule assessments, and schedule health checks to support timely and accurate decision-making.
- Provide planning expertise in support of proposal development, including time-phased planning and resource estimating.
Required qualifications:
- 6+ years of experience in program planning or scheduling in the aerospace, defense, or government contracting industry
- Expertise in networked schedules, critical path methodology, and schedule integrity validation
- Expert user of Microsoft Project and/or Open Plan
- Experience with FAR-compliant Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience standing up planning functions or leading schedule teams on major defense or aerospace programs
- Experience supporting Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR)
- Experience supporting DCMA compliance reviews and surveillance
- Practical knowledge of Agile methodologies and integrating Agile execution into traditional IMS structures
- Familiarity with Acumen, Milestones Professional, or similar tools
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership and government customers