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Summary
About The Role
We're supporting a leading defense contractor in the search for a Lead Program Scheduler to manage high-visibility, mission-critical scheduling operations. This position plays a key role in developing and maintaining complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for Tier 1 programs, providing schedule risk analysis, and supporting major program reviews.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, integrate, and manage resource-loaded schedules using MS Project.
- Support program replans (OTB/OTS), internal reprogramming, and Baseline Reviews.
- Conduct critical path analysis, variance tracking, and earned value metrics.
- Lead scheduling support across finance, engineering, manufacturing, and quality functions.
- Mentor junior schedulers and help shape scheduling best practices company-wide.
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and government guidelines (EIA-748, PASEG, etc.).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of relevant experience (or 13+ years without a degree, or 7+ years with a Master's)
- Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Strong experience in program scheduling and earned value management (EVMS)
- Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience working DoD or government-funded programs under FAR/DFAR
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulations and schedule risk analysis
- Knowledge of PASEG v4.0, IPMDAR/IPMR, and Project Server
- Background in aerospace, space, or airborne systems programs
- Experience with subcontractor schedule integration
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level scheduler looking to contribute to innovative defense programs with long-term impact.
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Job Description
About The Role
We're supporting a leading defense contractor in the search for a Lead Program Scheduler to manage high-visibility, mission-critical scheduling operations. This position plays a key role in developing and maintaining complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for Tier 1 programs, providing schedule risk analysis, and supporting major program reviews.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, integrate, and manage resource-loaded schedules using MS Project.
- Support program replans (OTB/OTS), internal reprogramming, and Baseline Reviews.
- Conduct critical path analysis, variance tracking, and earned value metrics.
- Lead scheduling support across finance, engineering, manufacturing, and quality functions.
- Mentor junior schedulers and help shape scheduling best practices company-wide.
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and government guidelines (EIA-748, PASEG, etc.).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of relevant experience (or 13+ years without a degree, or 7+ years with a Master's)
- Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Strong experience in program scheduling and earned value management (EVMS)
- Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience working DoD or government-funded programs under FAR/DFAR
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulations and schedule risk analysis
- Knowledge of PASEG v4.0, IPMDAR/IPMR, and Project Server
- Background in aerospace, space, or airborne systems programs
- Experience with subcontractor schedule integration
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level scheduler looking to contribute to innovative defense programs with long-term impact.
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