Person in this role will be responsible for coordination, development, and implementation of the Program Integrated Master Plans / Master Schedules to ensure contract deliveries are met. Reports administratively to Manager, Program Planning & Scheduling. Other duties include:

• Develops and maintains the Program Integrated Master Plan/Schedule from the Request for Proposal (RFP) or contract delivery requirements.


• Integrates all program activities including program management, engineering, procurement, manufacturing, assembly, and test through sell-off into the master plan.


• Establishes logic, predecessors, and successors to develop critical path for program.


• Develops, updates, and maintains schedule performance metrics, related processes, and management tools within the business units, including, but not limited to, critical path analysis and schedule risk assessment.


• Advises the Program Manager and Control Account Managers on schedule performance, forecasts, and risks.


• Identifies, negotiates, and resolves conflicts between the stakeholders in the Master Planning/Scheduling process.


• Uses experience and process knowledge to coach various individuals in appropriate budget and schedule planning and earned value processes.

Required Skills

• Industry knowledge of basic program management execution and theory.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to gather, analyze, and summarize data to develop appropriate actions.


• Strong negotiating and interpersonal relations skills.


• Strong knowledge of processes and procedures.


• Intermediate experience with MS Project or other scheduling programs.


• Excellent PC skills (MS Office Suite).

Required Experience
Prefer five years of experience working in program management, engineering, or manufacturing environment with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent education or experience to demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the job duties. Requires minimum one year experience using MS Project.

Note: All candidates must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance.

About AAI Corporation As a recognized global provider of innovative aerospace and defense products and services, AAI's business is to protect and defend our nation and its allies. Since our founding in 1950, our employees have generated numerous patents during the company's decades-long history, and have been recognized repeatedly for their commitment to supporting America's military. For the past 4 years, AAI has been selected as one of Baltimore Business Journal's "Best Places to Work". Our parent company, Textron Inc., is Fortune's "Most Admired Company" in aerospace and defense. We achieve excellence through benefits such as comprehensive training, career development, an annual awards program, and ongoing cash incentive programs. Full-time employees enjoy benefits packages that include: health, dental, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, a pension plan, tuition reimbursement, health club reimbursement, adoption assistance, and an employee assistance program. We value our diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment for all. EOE M/F/D/V.