Technical Planner I - COLLEGE

Entry Level Planner will participate in the planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size, and complexity. Position involves interaction with Lead Planners, Project Managers, Control Account Managers, technical personnel, and other functional/support organizations. Will assist in the development of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) under the guidance of a Lead Planner. Establishes and maintains schedule baselines. Will understand schedule critical path and risks, and perform related analysis with minimal guidance. Will work with Lead Planner on key items in the schedule to develop alternatives in order to improve the critical path and probabilities of success. Required Skills: Bachelors' degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Database Administration, Industrial Technology, or other technical discipline. Must have graduated or will be graduating between 12/06 and 8/08. Grade point average must be greater than or equal to 3.0. Must be a self stater and close attention to detail is a must. Team communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment, work with minimal supervision, and achieve results. US CITIZENSHIP WITH THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN AN SSBI SECURITY CLEARANCE. Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of MS Project to include an understanding of durations, task relationships, and total slack. Prior experience with EVMS and schedule metrics is desirable. Experience as a program scheduler is a major plus. Experience with tools such as Pert Chart Expert, Risk + and other project management software tools is a plus. Required Education(including Major): Bachelors' degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Database Administration, Industrial Technology, or other technical discipline Company & Benefit Information: Raytheon Company, with 2007 sales of $21.3 billion, is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security, and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning more than 80 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 72,000 people worldwide. Raytheon is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security, and other government markets throughout the world. We provide state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. Our stated Vision is to be the most admired defense and aerospace systems supplier through world-class people and technology. Others recognize our progress towards that Vision: Forbes magazine ranked Raytheon as the "Best Managed" company in our industry; Fortune magazine rated Raytheon among the top 4 "Most Admired" companies in our industry, an improvement of four places since the previous year; In 2007, Raytheon won the coveted Opportunity Award from the U.S. Department of Labor for our efforts to ensure workplace equity and equal employment opportunities. Raytheon’s Aurora-based Space Systems group has a strong legacy in providing comprehensive ground systems, supporting space assets ranging from geostationary satellites to complex non-geo constellations. Raytheon offers exceptional benefits, including: . On-going training and generous tuition reimbursement . Immediate vestment in our 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan (RAYSIP) with company-match . Retirement Income Savings Program (RISP) plus Profit Sharing . Flex time schedules and abundant Paid Time Off (PTO) . On-site fitness center, high-line canal and golf course access, volleyball court on campus . Campus style work setting . Ask how our "9/80" program offers up to 22+ more days off per year! Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE ©2008 Raytheon Company. All rights reserved. Raytheon is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes a wide diversity of applicants. U.S. citizenship and security clearance may be required.