Project Scheduling & Systems Engineering Specialist

Arcfield was purpose-built to protect the nation and its allies through innovations in digital transformation, space mission engineering and launch assurance, miniaturized sensors and satellites, advanced modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,500 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 60 years of collective proven experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, space exploration, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence and warfighter readiness. Visit arcfield.com for more details.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for precision? Do you thrive in developing complex resource-loaded schedules while collaborating with engineering teams? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to make an impact!

We are seeking a Project Scheduling & Systems Engineering Specialist to drive efficiency and streamline project workflows using Microsoft Project Server and key Microsoft Office applications. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining schedules for developmental systems, production systems, and short-term/long-term organizational projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage detailed project schedules integrating Systems Engineering principles.
• Configure and maintain MS Project Server environments on virtual machines.
• Collaborate with developmental & operational teams to define project structures and optimize workflows.
• Leverage advanced graphing, filtering, and scripting technologies to build dynamic, automated reports.
• Conduct critical path analysis and establish cross-dependencies across projects.
• Provide technical training and presentations to users, ensuring seamless integration of custom-developed workflows.

Required

• Must possess and have the ability to maintain a TS/SCI Clearance with a Polygraph
• High School Diploma or GED plus eighteen (16) years of general systems engineering experience, OR
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university AND a minimum of twelve (10) years of general systems engineering experience, OR
• Master's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university AND a minimum of ten (8) years of general systems engineering experience.
• Strong Systems Engineering background, with experience in project scheduling & workflow automation.
• Expertise in Microsoft Project Server, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and application plug-ins.
• Ability to develop advanced reporting templates using scripting technologies.
• Exceptional technical communication & presentation skills.
• A strategic mindset, eager to drive efficiency and collaboration.

Desired

• High School Diploma or GED plus twenty-four (24) years of general systems engineering experience, OR
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university AND a minimum of twenty (20) years of general systems engineering experience, OR
• Master's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university AND a minimum of eighteen (18) years of general systems engineering experience.
• Experience in Project Portfolio Management (PPM) with experience analyzing portfolio and program schedules, issues, and risks.
• Familiarity with Project Web App/Project Online.
• Ability to create data filters and formulas based on discrete logic.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining program Roadmaps and Integrated Multi-project Schedule(i.e. projects with sub-projects).
• Demonstrated ability using built-in Microsoft graphing and charting tools to generate reports and report templates.

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.