About this role
Master Planner II
Job Description: Working as a Master Planner/Scheduler at BAE Systems Inc. Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-tech team of people developing innovative products for the Aerospace and Defense industry. You will be responsible for developing a multi-year plan that the team must follow to produce the customer deliverable. You will support the Production Centers with development of standard reports and custom reports as needed. This position will be at our Colorado location.
The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.
What You’ll Do: • Support weekly Production Center Management presentation and Metric development using schedule data. • Work with the Control Account Managers (CAM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads to determine resource needs to support the work. • Coordinate with program planning counterpart in the development and implementation of the program baseline to meet the Earned Value Management System Description requirements. • Work with CAMs to ensure schedule updates are entered into the production Schedules as provided. • Work with Technicians, Responsible Engineers, and the Manufacturing Engineers on the production floor to ensure scheduled work for Programs is being communicated effectively. • Develop production-based calendars using schedule data that can be utilized for on the floor forecasting, capacity, and priority decision making provide the program with primary and secondary critical path analysis, variance to baseline analysis, and look-ahead reporting. • Be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in production schedules. • Maintain the integrity of production schedules for audit purposes. • Work with management to prioritize business and information needs. • Work with management to assist in locating and defining new process improvement opportunities. • Monitor actual output versus the Program Production Plan. Identify gaps and drive solutions, including a metric on production performance to the requested production schedule. • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. • Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions: • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Required Skills and Education: • Bachelor’s degree plus 2 or more years related experience. • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. • Experienced using Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook). • Experienced using Microsoft Project 2019 or later, or Primavera P6. #LI-LO1
Preferred Skills and Education: • Understanding of and experience in working with EVMS. • Working knowledge of Production Center execution and planning.
Benefits Information: Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.