Sr Advanced Program Performance Management Analyst & Scheduler

About the role

General Dynamics Mission Systems applies advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. The Sr Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist will lead a team in contract/program cost and schedule development and management/analysis for developing engineering programs for critical major components, or production or logistics programs for large custom subsystems or small total systems. Program scope typically has a contract value of $20-50M per year, with total program value of $50-300M.

What you'll experience

• Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered
• A highly visible role supporting major defense and government programs, typically valued between $50M and $300M
• Ownership of integrated master schedules and support for program cost forecasting, performance baselines, and Estimates at Completion (EACs)
• Close partnership with program managers and cross-functional teams to connect schedules, resources, budgets, material plans, risks, and customer commitments
• Opportunities to analyze performance trends, anticipate delays or cost pressures, and help teams build realistic recovery plans
• A collaborative environment where you can improve scheduling and EVMS practices, mentor others, and strengthen program execution

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the program cost and/or schedule baselines within the contract parameters
• Analyze program performance (historical and predictive)
• Monitor the contract/program estimate at completion
• Review results and provide recommendations to program teams

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant work experience plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Required skills

• Advanced user in EVMS and scheduling tools and principles
• Experience in coordination of program requirements across planning stages with several subcontractors across distinct product lines
• Strong experience developing and managing integrated master schedules, work breakdown structures, program performance baselines, and time-phased budgets
• Knowledge of scheduling and cost-analysis principles, including critical path analysis, resource loading, schedule health checks, risk analysis, EACs, and earned value management (EVMS)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office—especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word—and experience with MS Project, Primavera, or comparable scheduling, financial, and EVMS tools
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills, with the ability to turn complex data into clear recommendations
• Exceptional experience with DCMA audits

What sets you apart

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• You can connect schedule performance with cost, staffing, material availability, subcontractor work, and program delivery commitments
• You can analyze cost and schedule trends, explain variances, support forecast updates, and identify risks and opportunities early
• You have experience preparing performance reports and schedule or cost documentation for customer reviews, internal leadership, and EVMS or DCMA audits
• You are comfortable guiding teams through schedule development, milestone planning, budget updates, status reporting, and the impact of program changes
• You bring a proactive, collaborative approach to solving problems, resolving competing priorities, and keeping teams focused on delivery and financial goals
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Pay

USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr.