What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Master Scheduler position at Textron Systems?
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
About This Role
Textron Systems is looking for a dedicated Master Scheduler to develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). As a Master Scheduler, you will work cross-functionally with program management, engineering, supply chain and operations to develop, manage and report on IRAD, Engineering Development and Production schedules. In this role you’ll also provide mentoring on scheduling best practices to junior schedulers and project managers as requested.
Responsibilities:
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.
Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
Textron's products and services are trusted every day by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company
Textron Systems
Primary Location
US-Maryland-Hunt Valley
Job Field
Program Management
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Standard
Shift
First Shift
Travel
Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting
03/31/2026, 3:27:36 PM
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
About This Role
Textron Systems is looking for a dedicated Master Scheduler to develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). As a Master Scheduler, you will work cross-functionally with program management, engineering, supply chain and operations to develop, manage and report on IRAD, Engineering Development and Production schedules. In this role you’ll also provide mentoring on scheduling best practices to junior schedulers and project managers as requested.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise in schedule analytics, planning methods and best practices
- Resolve schedule issues efficiently
- Perform the role of relieving demand and loading demand
- Define and maintain schedule documentation
- Analyze schedules and ensure they accurately represent contractual scope, flow, and resources required to execute the program
- Monitor and improve planning and scheduling processes and procedures
- Analyze operational health metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
- Assist in the development of program baselines, including assigning resources within work-breakdown-structures, assigning earned value methods, and verification of contract budget baseline
- Coordinate with Financial Analysts and provide technical insight on earned value variance analysis to assist CAMs in baseline variance reporting
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
- 2-4 years’ experience in scheduling within an engineering development and/or manufacturing operation, or other similar experience
- Demonstrated success in planning, developing, baselining and tracking schedules for commercial and DoD programs
- Working knowledge and understanding of scheduling methodologies and techniques
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Business or other related field
- Experience with implementing, tracking and reporting schedule performance/earned value
- Ability to interpret and present schedule performance and efficiency metrics to Senior Leadership team (e.g. schedule variance, SPI, milestone burndown, plan vs actual, etc.)
- Familiar with Schedule - Cost integration within the COBRA financial engine, or similar
- Ability to develop and report on Schedule Risk Analyses (SRA)
- Experience with supporting development of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and transitioning these into Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills & ability to interface effectively and efficiently across the organization.
- Familiarity with schedules in an MRP/ERP environment (i.e. SAP, Oracle, MAPICS, BAAN, etc.).
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.
Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Textron's products and services are trusted every day by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company
Textron Systems
Primary Location
US-Maryland-Hunt Valley
Job Field
Program Management
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Standard
Shift
First Shift
Travel
Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting
03/31/2026, 3:27:36 PM
Salary : $71,400 - $107,000