Senior Program Planner

14 Feb 2025

Vacancy expired!

Senior Program Planner (2 openings)

Irvine, CA (Onsite)

Direct Hire

Job ID 2023-8195We are seeking a

Senior Program Planner - Aerospace. This is a direct-hire opportunity based out of Irvine, California. Our direct client is a leading worldwide provider of nanosatellite and microsatellite vehicles, services, and solutions to commercial and government customers and is ready to hire an innovative multiple Senior Program Planners! This is a unique opportunity to establish and refine the department's Program Planning & Scheduling processes, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), metrics, performance calculations, standards, and cadence in support of the Programs.

INTERVIEWS are being scheduled immediately for a FEBRUARY target start – our client has a strong desire to move FAST!

Excellent perks and benefits – here are a few.
    • Unlimited PTO
    • 100% Employee Paid Medical Benefit Premiums (PPO and HMO plans)
    • Beautiful Irvine, California office location with no hassle parking and on-site gym membership; short walk to shops, restaurants, movie theater

Qualifications:
  • 5 to 8+ years of experience as a program planner/scheduler.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, management, or related discipline.
  • Expert in Earned Value Management reporting and metrics.
  • Proven track record of maintaining program schedules and providing performance reports through the project life cycle.
  • Aerospace industry experience or manufacturing device/mechanical/electrical/optical electrical industry experience.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop schedule management processes and guidelines for internal team members including MS Project change control and updating rules.
  • Drive the implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
  • Consult with Program Managers, technical experts, and third-party program management to integrate multiple parallel program-dependent initiatives, set up assignments, tasks, and subtasks identifying critical path elements and solutions.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to drive progress and performance, monitor changes and status, and develop and facilitate communication.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain an effective scheduling management system.
  • Coordinate program timelines with internal departments and external stakeholders.
  • Monitor the portfolio of programs' timelines and deadlines.
  • Identify potential project schedule delays and facilitate intervention in a timeous manner.
  • Assist in negotiating hand-offs between program areas regarding technical content and schedules as well as facilitating workaround planning as required.
  • Work with Engineering, Finance, Business Operations, Program Management, and Supplier Chain Management to translate customer requirements into the IMS.
  • Recommend actions to keep Programs within budget and completed on time.
  • Documenting Program scheduling processes and maintaining records.
  • Support new Proposal orders.
  • Assist the IPT team in the decision-making processes to mitigate risks and resolve challenges on a day-to-day basis.

Desired Skills (Optional but differentiators)
  • Certification as a PMI scheduling Professional (PMI-SP).
  • Advanced proficiency in project scheduling software, such as MS Project, Primavera, Open Plan, or industry equivalent.
  • Extensive experience in schedule planning and management.
  • Ability to keep stakeholders informed of program timelines and changes.
  • or equivalent experience developing and maintaining program schedules for advanced technology efforts.

Annual Base Salary Range for CA, CO, NJ, NY, WA: $140,000 to $175,000. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training and/or experience.

About SolugenixSolugenix is an information technology services company known for its deep experience and knowledge in providing comprehensive technology services, solutions, and talent support for companies around the world. The company offers a variety of cutting edge and talent support solutions to promote growth and cutting-edge advancement to our esteemed clients and candidates. We provide these talent support solutions on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis. We also have additional resources from our staffing partners to ensure the right match and expertise for the best result.For over 50 years, global and local brands have trusted Solugenix as an added resource and partner in taking steps to ensure their immediate and future success. In addition to generating ground-breaking, industry-defining solutions, Solugenix has been delivering the talent and support needed to make it happen. We are dedicated to partnering with clients and candidates whose core values also foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity.

  • ID: #49208434
  • State: California Irvine 92602 Irvine USA
  • City: Irvine
  • Salary: $140,000 - $175,000
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2023-02-14
  • Deadline: 2023-03-25
  • Category: Et cetera