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Northrop Grumman - (DoD Skillbridge) Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst
Northrop Grumman - (DoD Skillbridge) Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst-November 2024
Rolling Meadows
Nov 11, 2026
ABOUT NORTHROP GRUMMAN
Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense, and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of customers worldwide. Their 95,000 employees are Defining Possible every
10,000+ employees
Technology, Engineering
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About Northrop Grumman - (DoD Skillbridge) Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst

  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.

  As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.

  The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

  Responsibilities for this internship position are:Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.Goals - Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

  Has served at least 180 days on active duty

  Is within 12 months of separation or retirement

  Will receive an honorable discharge

  Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS

  Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

  Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

   Job Description

  The Planning Analyst/Scheduler is responsible for the implementation of standard processes and tools and program planning and control practices. This position will work within a team environment consisting of program management, technical, production, financial and other supporting staff.

  The ideal candidate will have strong teambuilding skills, exhibit strong leadership potential, and possess comprehensive verbal and written communication/presentation skills.

   Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Ensure major Projects and Programs Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality.Utilize Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas.Establish ground rules and assumptions and ensure compliance with applicable EVMS guidelines.Engage with the Program Team to perform thorough project analysis showing knowledge and understanding of the program and the principles of EVMS and suggests/creates/implements work around to enhance cost and schedule performance.Perform risk analyses and identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts.Understand numerous facets of scheduling and contribute to the development of new scheduling concepts, techniques, and standards.Provide interface/support to program office, IPT leads/CAMs and less experienced schedulers to achieve program objectives.Support new business proposal providing recommendations on schedule methodologies and proposal strategies and develop an IMP and IMS.Frequent use of industry scheduling best practices, and specific Scheduling Tool properties and functions Basic Qualifications for an Analyst level: Ability to participate in the DoD SkillBridge ProgramBachelor's degree with 6 years professional related experience -OR - a Master's degree with 4 years of professional related experience. Additional years of related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. 1 year of project scheduling experience using Microsoft Project or other related scheduling toolExperience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, Word.Willingness and ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.US CitizenshipActive DoD US Secret Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications for all levels: Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Operations Management, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related fieldExpert proficiency in Microsoft Project or other related scheduling tools as demonstrated by an understanding of the tool's properties and functions, including exports and imports, multi-project consolidation, inter-project linkage, ability to create a variety of views, tables, filters, and reports.Experience using Schedule Health Analysis tools and Schedule Risk Assessment tools.Experience with Open PlanWorking knowledge of EVMS guidelines and processes.Current Active US Top Secret clearance or higherSalary Range: $93,000 - $139,600

  The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

  Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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