Program Planner
US$60,000 – US$85,000 / yr base salary
Posted 28 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Program Planner ”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 1–3 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$60,000 – US$85,000 / yr |
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Field of studyBusiness, Engineering, Finance, Project Management (or related)
Study levelAssociate degree
Study levelBachelor's
Company Overview
Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments.
THE ROLE
Red 6 is seeking a Program Planner to join the Program Management Office (PMO) to help support the planning, scheduling, and execution of advanced defense programs. Working alongside Program Managers, engineers, and functional leads, you will develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), support Earned Value Management System (EVMS) activities, and help ensure program execution aligns with cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop, maintain, and analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) supporting engineering development and production activities.
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Coordinate schedule updates across engineering, systems, software, testing, manufacturing, and program management organizations.
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Ensure schedule logic, dependencies, milestones, and progress accurately reflect program execution.
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Support implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) processes and maintain schedule data supporting program performance measurement.
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Assist in developing and maintaining Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) in accordance with MIL-STD-881.
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Support schedule integration with Control Accounts, organizational planning, and program baselines.
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Perform schedule risk assessments, critical path analysis, and "what-if" planning to identify execution risks and opportunities.
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Prepare schedule metrics and program performance information for internal leadership, customer reviews, and Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR) deliverables.
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Maintain schedule configuration control and documentation supporting baseline change management.
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Support compliance with company quality procedures, customer requirements, and applicable DoD program management standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Associate degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, Finance, or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
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Minimum of 1-3 years of experience supporting program planning, project controls, scheduling, or program management.