Program Scheduler / Planner

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Program Scheduler/Planner to support the NGCM Program within the Kinetic Division on AV's IAMD portfolio. The Program Scheduler/Planner will develop, maintain, analyze, and report integrated master schedules (IMS) in support of program execution, contract deliverables, and customer reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting government contracts, applying Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles, and coordinating cross-functional program schedules in a fast-paced defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for the NGCM program using industry-standard scheduling tools.
• Coordinate with Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs), engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, contracts, and finance teams to ensure schedule integration and alignment.
• Perform critical path analysis, schedule risk assessments, variance analysis, and what-if scenario planning.
• Support compliance with government and contractual requirements including EVMS guidelines and Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
• Analyze schedule performance metrics and prepare status reports for internal leadership and government customers.
• Monitor schedule health and ensure logic, constraints, dependencies, and resource loading are properly maintained.
• Assist in the development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), basis of estimates, and milestone planning.
• Support monthly program reviews, customer meetings, and executive reporting.
• Identify schedule risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain configuration control and documentation for program schedules and related artifacts.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and external stakeholders to integrate supplier schedules when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Operations, or related field.
• 4-8 years of program scheduling or project controls experience, preferably in the defense or aerospace industry.
• Experience supporting DoD contracts and government program environments.
• Proficiency with scheduling software such as: Microsoft Project, Oracle Primavera P6, Deltek Open Plan.
• Working knowledge of EVMS principles and ANSI/EIA-748 guidelines.
• Experience performing schedule analysis, critical path analysis, and schedule forecasting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience with DCMA 14-Point Schedule Assessment.
• Knowledge of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and milestone-driven scheduling.
• Experience supporting aerospace, weapons systems, C4ISR, shipbuilding, or defense manufacturing programs.

Core Competencies

• Schedule Development & Analysis
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Risk & Opportunity Management
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Government Contract Compliance
• Attention to Detail
• Strategic Planning Support

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$101,000 - $143,325

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.