Master Program Scheduler

Master Scheduler

Company Information: Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd., a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

Job Summary: Master Scheduler for a large and complex development program, responsible for leading the development and maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) using Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques. Develops and maintains metrics for program execution and EVM compliance. Able to work well in a team environment and exhibit ownership of the IMS.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Working as a member of the Integrated Product Team, prepares, directs and maintains program plan schedules for programs and proposals, and assisting in preparation Basis of Estimates (BOE), Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and Contract Performance Reports (CPR), and other deliverables as required
• Maintains program execution metrics to such as Program Budget Overruns, On-time milestones, EVMT adoption, Program Schedule coverage, and others as they arise
• Acts as a subject matter expert on tools and transfers knowledge to team and others
• Develops processes and policies for the scheduling function, to include EVMS system description documentation
• Performs special studies and projects as required. Assists company leadership and program managers in gathering specific data
• Support initiatives for process improvements in the area of scheduling and program management
• Assists the Program Manager with development of the artifacts required for the Baseline Review process
• Mentors team members in preparing for the Baseline Review
• Ensures programs are consistently measured against the baseline
• Supports the Program Manager in the development of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in accordance with company process
• Working with finance, ensures consistent application of program reserves in accordance with industry and financial standards
• Maintains excellent working relationships throughout the organization to further the application of program management best practices

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership ability and effective communication skills

Education, Experience & License or Certification:

• 10+ years of Functional, Management, and related Industry experience
• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong working knowledge in a project oriented/engineering environment, preferably in the Aerospace & Defense industry.
• Knowledge of government accounting rules and regulations, Defense contractor accounting principles, EVMS and Critical Path Management is also required
• Proficiency in MS Project is required
• Proficiency with the COBRA EV tool, or similar software, is required
• Demonstrated experience scheduling or leading the schedule completion and variance analysis of multiple large/complex programs, in varied type and phase of program life cycle
• Subject matter expert in Earned Value in accordance with EIA 748 standards, to include Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Performance Management Baseline (PMB), and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), as well as associated risk tools and analysis
• Experience with customer relationships and deliverables
• Excellent knowledge and experience with software tools such as Cobra or Primavera, and Excel
• Leadership experience preferred

Travel/Physical Requirements:

• Matrix organizational structure
• Fast-paced
• Deliverables-oriented
• May require international travel and passport

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.