Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 2)

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team. As a Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst Level 2 in Redondo Beach, CA you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. (This position is contingent upon program award anticipated in the first or second quarter of 2025). The Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst will report to the Business Management Scheduling Manager with roles and responsibilities to include but not limited to: Preparing, developing and coordinating the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet all program objectives. Ensuring program schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated. Implementing scheduling best practices as prescribed by industry to include, but not limited to: DCMA 14-point, IPMR DI-MGMT-81861, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Critical Path Analysis, Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA), Schedule Performance, Health Metrics and Analysis. Provides weekly and monthly status and reporting. Tracking plans and schedules. Creating, maintaining and validating Schedule data. Performing risk analysis and management. Identifying and resolving critical path and network logic conflicts. Utilizing Gantt, milestone charts, Earned Value Management (EVM) and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances. Why You? You're the candidate we're searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.