Sr Program Planning and Scheduling Manager

Company: Sierra Nevada Corporation
Location: Plano
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here . If you are looking to advance your career in a new planning and scheduling leadership role, this is the opportunity for you! The Senior Program Planning and Scheduling Manager oversees the development, management, and optimization of integrated master plans and schedules for the most complex and strategic programs within the Aerospace and Defense industry. This senior leadership role ensures effective coordination, risk management, and alignment with program objectives, while driving continuous improvement in project planning and execution processes. The Senior Program Planning and Scheduling Manager provides strategic direction, resolves high-level conflicts, and mentors program planning and scheduling teams. Responsibilities: Oversee the preparation, development, and coordination of integrated master plans and schedules for highly complex and strategic programs. Ensure effective tracking and maintenance of project plans and schedules to guarantee horizontal and vertical integration across the enterprise. Lead advanced risk analysis efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate significant schedule risks, ensuring robust project execution. Resolve critical path and network logic conflicts using advanced project management techniques, including Gantt, Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT), and milestone charts. Evaluate schedule compliance at an organizational level, identifying and addressing underlying reasons for major completion shortfalls through strategic interventions. Prepare and present highly detailed and insightful reports and presentations on schedule status to senior stakeholders and executive leadership, providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations. Foster and enhance collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive scheduling data, promoting effective communication and coordination across the organization. Champion the development and implementation of advanced scheduling best practices, supporting program management and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. Mentor and guide junior and intermediate analysts on advanced scheduling techniques and best practices, fostering a culture of learning and professional development within the team. Actively participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes, leveraging scheduling expertise to influence and shape organizational strategy and priorities, and ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree targeting Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field 11 years of experience in program planning and scheduling, with at least 4 years in a leadership role. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 15 years of related experience is required. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews. Advanced skills in Microsoft Project Professional or other similar scheduling tool and familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) Tools. Proven experience in the development and maintenance of resource loaded integrated master schedules to include detailed schedule analysis, health assessments, schedule risk assessments, and critical/driving path analysis. The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required Qualifications We Prefer: Extensive experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or similar schedule toolset. In-depth knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and systems. Comprehensive understanding of DCMA 14-point & IPMDAR DI_MGMT-81861. Strong understanding of Mil Standard 881. Proven experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). Advanced application of Critical Path Analysis and Schedule Risk Analysis. Proficient in Schedule Performance and Health Metric Analysis. Strong knowledge of engineering design and life cycle concepts. Expert ability to assemble and build Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). Deep understanding of Event versus Product based schedules. Proficient in Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development. Thorough understanding of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development. Extensive experience in the development and maintenance of resource-loaded integrated master schedules, including detailed schedule analysis, rolling wave planning, health assessments, schedule risk assessments, and critical/driving path analysis. Skilled in the facilitation of resource leveling, validation of remaining work, identification and resolution of critical path conflicts, and analysis of impacts to schedule of any proposed changes. Experience in coaching, mentoring, and teaching team members. Ability to work across multiple software systems and comprehend system relationships. Ability to develop and conduct relevant stakeholder learning sessions. Strong foundational understanding of Program Management processes. Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures. Ability to support the development and delivery of key employee training, including new employee onboarding, continuous education curriculum, and certification testing. Spearhead the coordination, generation, and integration of Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) for enterprise-level projects. Drive the analysis of schedule data to uncover critical risks and opportunities. Present high-level, strategic reports and insights to executive leadership and key stakeholders. Essential Functions: Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. Strong hand/finger dexterity for computer tasks. May require occasional travel for training or meetings. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more . IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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