Program Planner

About the Role

Program Planner at BAE Systems, Inc.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program teams to support the planning, scheduling, and execution of complex projects.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of program schedules and timelines.
• Analyze data and identify potential risks and opportunities to optimize program performance.
• Contribute to the creation of reports and presentations to communicate program status to stakeholders.
• Actively participate in problem-solving and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop a broad understanding of the end-to-end system development lifecycle.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM based area of study such as Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science or Project Management.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel.
• Good analytical skills.
• Accustomed to using a proactive problem-solver approach.
• Communicates well verbally and in written form.
• Driven to learn, adapt and contribute.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• MS Project experience is a bonus.
• Familiarity with creating or maintaining Integrated Master Schedules.

Location & Work Arrangement

• Located in Southern New Hampshire.
• Must be local to or within a reasonable daily commute of the greater Nashua/Southern New Hampshire area.
• Hybrid work format: combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, with time split between on-site and remote.

About BAE Systems, Inc.

• A defense, aerospace, and security company.
• Develops a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
• Culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.

Salary Information

• Full-Time Salary Range: $56,401 - $95,881

Additional Details

• 9/80 work schedule: Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend with an off-Friday.
• Tuition reimbursement benefits for undergraduate and graduate degree pursuits.
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; life and accident insurance; employee assistance program; legal plan; and discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave.