Master Planner Sr at BAE Systems in Broomfield, CO

Join BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) as a Master Program Planner Senior. In this role, you will be the primary driver of the multi-year execution plans required to deliver innovative products for the Aerospace and Defense industry. You will operate with a high degree of independence, coordinating across multiple work centers to integrate all activities into the Program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and ensuring the schedule remains accurate and actionable.

The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.

What You’ll Do:

• Program Planning & Execution:
  • Plan Development: Analyze program contracts, statements of work, and flow-down requirements to develop and communicate comprehensive execution plans to the program team.
  • Baseline Management: Lead the development and implementation of program baselines that satisfy both internal BAE Systems standards and external customer requirements.
  • Schedule Maintenance: Own the maintenance of the IMS, ensuring all updates from Control Account Managers (CAMs) are accurately captured and integrated.
• Analytical Insight & Reporting:
  • Performance Analysis: Provide essential program visibility through critical path analysis, variance-to-baseline reporting, and forward-looking "look-ahead" reports.
  • Data-Driven Reporting: Develop and present high-quality schedule reporting for both customer and internal management reviews.
  • Trend Identification: Analyze and interpret scheduling patterns and trends to proactively identify risks and develop necessary recovery schedules.
• Collaborative Integration:
  • Resource Coordination: Partner with CAMs and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads to define and align resource needs with the program schedule.
  • Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with PMs, Responsible Engineers, and Manufacturing Engineers to ensure scheduled work is communicated effectively across the organization.
  • Quality Assurance: Periodically audit program schedules to ensure adherence to company standards and industry best practices.
  • Proposal Support: Contribute to the growth of the business by developing schedules for new business proposals.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree plus 4 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Professional experience in program planning or scheduling.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical schedule data to stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work within a team setting and coordinate group initiatives to successful completion.
• Proficiency in MS Project and Excel, along with the broader MS Office Suite.
• Solid understanding of business principles, scheduling concepts, and industry standards.

#LI-LC1 A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).