Master Scheduler

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Calgary is seeking a Master Scheduler to oversee complex project schedules. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of aviation manufacturing experience, strong skills in project management software, and the ability to collaborate across departments. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative aviation projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of planning and scheduling experience in aviation manufacturing projects.
• Experience managing at least one full project lifecycle.
• Direct aerospace industry experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive-level presentation materials for project critical paths.
• Regularly update project schedules and monitor progress.
• Perform schedule delay analyses for change requests.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

SQL

Power BI

Education

Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical disciplines

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Position Summary

The Master Scheduler reports to the Director of Recurring and Refurbishment Programs and serves as a key liaison across various departments including Manufacturing, Sales, Operations, Engineering, Technical Services, Legal, HR, and Finance. This role may also involve coordination with external consultants. The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining complex project schedules to support aviation manufacturing programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop executive-level presentation materials clearly articulating impacts on the project’s critical path.
• Interpret engineering and manufacturing project documentation to build and maintain the master project schedule.
• Understand project scope and create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) aligned with project requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive master schedules for high-complexity projects using Critical Path Method (CPM), integrating demand plans from the Demand Planning Department.
• Apply cost and resource loading to the schedule as required.
• Regularly update project schedules, monitor progress, and assess impacts to the critical path.
• Perform schedule delay analyses to support change requests and sensitivity studies under varying project conditions.
• Generate short-term look-ahead schedules to aid in tactical planning.
• Interpret contract obligations related to project timelines and communicate dependencies and third-party interfaces within the schedule basis narrative.
• Collaborate with the Integrated Project Team to establish and approve baseline schedules in line with program objectives and milestones.
• Document interfaces between key project functions: design, procurement, aviation build, testing and certification, supply chain, manufacturing, and legal.
• Prepare and publish regular Schedule Performance Reports, including dashboards, Earned Value Analysis (EVA), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), S-curves, milestone trend analysis, and variance analysis.
• Identify and communicate risks and opportunities related to scheduling and actively participate in mitigation and response planning.
• Propose and facilitate corrective actions related to manufacturing delays, including schedule mitigation and resequencing strategies.
  
  
  

Education & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of planning and scheduling experience in aviation manufacturing projects.
• Experience in managing at least one full project lifecycle, from initiation to closeout.
• Direct aerospace industry experience is required.
• Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical disciplines from a college or technical institution.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Aerospace Engineering preferred.
• Relevant certifications are considered assets: PMP, PMI-SP, PSP, EIT, P.Eng, CCDA, CET.
  
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) at intermediate to advanced levels.
• Advanced skills in MS Teams and schedule development.
• Strong command of project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and ERP systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of SQL.
• Intermediate knowledge of Power BI.
  
  
  

Work Location & Conditions

• The position is based in Calgary, Alberta.
• Full-time, in-office role in a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Flexibility in working hours may be required.
  
  
  

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.