Job Description Summary
As part of the Edison Works Program Management Office (PMO), the Program Planning and Scheduling Manager will play a critical role in driving excellence in program planning & scheduling, earned value management (EVM) practices, and cross-program integration. This people leader position requires a strong focus on process development, standard work, talent development, and compliance adherence, while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across programs. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with expertise in program and project scheduling, EVM, and lean methodologies (FLIGHTDECK).
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Standard Process Development
- Establish and refine processes for Earned Value Management (EVM) schedule creation, frequent schedule updates, and integration of EVM with the program's lean journey (e.g., FLIGHT DECK).
- Ensure compliance with schedule structures and standards, aligning with program and organizational requirements.
- Develop and implement best practices and standard work for milestone planning, long-range program planning, and other critical planning elements.
- Partner with Scheduling and Program teams to ensure effective adoption of scheduling processes, standard work, and tools.
People Leadership and Talent Development
- Mentor and develop team, creating a robust talent pipeline for roles within the organization.
- Foster growth opportunities for team members, enabling them to expand their skills and capabilities.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the scheduling and PMO team.
Schedule Management
- Collaborate with Program-assigned schedulers to develop and implement best practices for schedule build and execution, ensuring alignment with compliance standards and program requirements.
- Develop and maintain a playbook for critical schedule-related reviews and evaluations, such as Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
- Detailed knowledge of scheduling practices includes but not limited to critical path analysis, schedule margin, float management, and schedule risk assessments.
- Active member of EVM Control Board across GE business.
Training and Knowledge Sharing
- Serve as the "Dojo" or training hub for scheduling activities across all programs, ensuring team members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Develop and deliver training materials, workshops, and resources to enhance scheduling proficiency across the organization.
- Promote knowledge sharing and best practices through collaboration and communication across teams.
- Facilitate collaboration and integration of scheduling practices across various programs within Edison Works to drive consistency and alignment in scheduling methodologies, tools, and standard across programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college. Minimum of 5 years of experience with Program Management, specifically scheduling.
- Must be a US Citizen
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
Preferred Skills
- Business Degree preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in scheduling tools and software. Knowledge of scheduling software; Open Plan, P6, and/or Project
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
- Lead initiatives of complex scope and impact.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to people lead and provide strategic direction.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
- Established project management skills.
- Knowledge of the Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide (PASEG).
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
