Program Scheduler

Senior Program Scheduler

LOCATION: WPAFB

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

CLEARANCE: Secret

TRAVEL: 10%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Scheduler located at WPAFB to support our ISR/SOF contract.

The ISR/SOF Directorate (AFLCMC/WI) is responsible for equipping our warfighters to win the fight. The Directorate executes a large acquisition portfolio developing, producing, testing, modifying, fielding, and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms, and related sub-systems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree or master's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, three of which must be in the DoD.
  • OR, seven years of directly related experience, five of which must be in the DoD.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Possess the knowledge, experience and demonstrated ability to perform Program Scheduler tasks. Must work independently and be able to apply procedures.
• Assist the Government program managers in management of day-to-day program activities, to include integrated master scheduling, contract actions action item resolution, execution of requirements and plans, management of technical/program related issues, development of comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation plans, and test support to include assessment of advanced technologies.
• Develop and maintain IMSs ensuring proper insight into resources and risks.
• Support the Program Manager in integrated master scheduling functions including but not limited to reporting, integration of activities, schedule risk analysis, and budget impact analysis.
• Assist the Government in integrating schedules and activities, including providing assessments of resources, identifying, and recommending resolutions for resource conflicts, and conducting critical path analyses.
• Provide support to contracting and finance functionals in administering ECPs, evaluating weapon system contractor proposals, assisting in schedule risk assessment, and other acquisition management support activities in which schedule is a factor.
• Assist the Government managing projects to completion according to prescribed schedules and will assist program managers in resolving issues related to schedule.
• Assist projects in all aspects of program control, program planning, and standards compliance.
• Analyze, and brief the schedule using the Tracking Gantt Chart format.
• Apply the critical chain method of scheduling when project duration acceleration is needed to meet mission objectives.
• Analyze schedules to identify possible and experienced risks including the probability and impact of occurrence of schedule risks.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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