IWC R&D Senior Work Planner

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).  Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy.  Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.   

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.  
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

The Integrated Work Control Division (IWC) is seeking a dynamic, self-driven, and highly motivated Senior Work Planner to join our R&D (Research and Development) Planning Team located at the NNSS. 

Key Responsibilities

• Usher work packages and job plans through all stages of the planning process for the implementation and control of activity level work performed by operations, maintenance, construction, and/or experimental organizations.
• Identify and solicit participation from members of the planning team, including job supervisors, safety specialists, workers, engineers, facility representatives, and other subject matter experts.
• Perform hazard analysis commensurate with work activities and incorporate hazard mitigations into the work package. 
• Ensure that all necessary components of the work package are included, such as permits, checklists, acceptance criteria, approvals, hold points, and other items to ensure the safe and efficient execution of work activities.  
• Ensure that work packages meet all procedural requirements and quality standards. 
• Ensure timely delivery of work packages to meet schedule and facility constraints, including expediting priority work packages.
• Communicate work package status and progress to key stakeholders. 
• Analyze labor and material requirements for planned work activities.  
• Perform various functional, administrative, and reporting activities in conjunction with the primary work control/work package process. 
• Provide mentorship and training for other planners in the organization.
• Perform as planning subject matter expert for customers and other organizations outside of the planning organization, including expertise of DOE and company directives associated with work control and planning. 
• Support IWC process improvements including adopting best practices, identifying issues, and recommending enhancements. 
• Maintain a high level of professionalism with customers and contribute to a positive and supportive environment for coworkers. 
• Maintain required trainings and qualifications.
• Perform other duties assigned by Management.

• Bachelor's degree in field related to the position or equivalent training and experience plus a minimum of 5 years of progressive related experience.
• Previous experience with government CMMS software is preferred. 
• Able to use personal computer, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, fax machines, calculators, and other general office equipment.  
• Able to follow oral and written instruction and follow through on all assignments.  
• Able to apply knowledge of a broad range of specialized functions and assist in coordinating activities with those of other work groups.  
• Able to demonstrate creativity in how work is performed and in addressing work processes.  
• Able to plan/organize work to complete in the most efficient manner and meet required deadlines.  
• Able to deal with pressure of handling multiple tasks, complaints, frequent interruptions, and time constraints.  
• Knowledge of basic math, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.  
• The primary work location will be at the North Las Vegas site on Losee Rd. 
  • Regular attendance on site within the reporting location is required.
  • Travel to the site may be required
• Work schedule for this position is 4/10's Mondays -Thursdays (subject to change).
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