Integrated Master Scheduler IV

Interagency Readiness Solutions Llc; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Interagency Readiness Solutions, LLC seeks an Integrated Master Scheduler IV to support DoD acquisition programs at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Edgewood, MD. You will build and analyze IMS, align baselines with cost estimation, EVM, and risk management frameworks to support leadership decisions.

The role requires six years of DoW experience, active SECRET clearance, and proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, and related tools. Collaboration across IPTs and PMRs will be essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or related field.
• Minimum six years in DoW acquisition lifecycle activities with defense/aerospace experience preferred.
• Active or Interim SECRET clearance.
• Experience integrating schedules with cost, EVM, and risk analyses.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage IMS mapped to WBS and APBs.
• Lead or support IPTs and brief leadership on critical paths and variances.
• Integrate schedule with cost estimation systems and EVM data.
• Perform Monte Carlo simulations and risk-loaded schedules.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Open Plan

Milestones Professional

Risk Recon

ACEIT/JACS

Excel

Job description

We're looking for a highly skilled Integrated Master Scheduler IV to join our team as a contractor under the Joint Project Manager (JPM) for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Integrated Early Warning (IEW), located at Aberdeen Proving Ground - South in Edgewood, MD (formerly known as Edgewood Arsenal). This position supports the Department of War (DoW) acquisition programs across the full project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will build, maintain, and analyze complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), integrating schedule baselines with cost estimation, systems engineering milestones, and enterprise risk management frameworks to support program leadership decision-making.Core Responsibilities:Schedule Development & Baseline Management: Develop, maintain, and analyze resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) mapped to the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Cost Estimation System (CES), and Acquisition Program Baselines (APBs).Enterprise Risk & Quantitative Analysis: Lead or support program risk management processes, executing Monte Carlo simulations, schedule risk analyses, and risk-loaded schedules to evaluate impacts on cost, performance, and milestones.Cross-Functional IPT Support: Lead and participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs/WIPTs), Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and milestone decisions, briefing senior leadership on critical paths, schedule variances, and execution status.Financial & EVM Integration: Integrate schedule toolsets with cost and financial data (EVM analysis, spend plans, status of funds) to support acquisition documentation and compliance with DoD acquisition guidance.Acquisition Lifecycle Compliance: Evaluate technical, cost, and schedule data across research, development, testing, production, and sustainment phases in accordance with DoDI 5000.02 standards.Required Education & Experience:Education: Bachelor’s Degree (4-year) in Business, Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.Experience: Minimum of six (6) years of direct experience in DoW acquisition lifecycle activities and management. Experience supporting federal, defense, or aerospace programs is preferred.Clearance: Active or Interim SECRET clearance.Technical Skills & Tool ProficiencyScheduling Software: Proficiency with industry-standard scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Open Plan, or Milestones Professional).Risk Analysis & Simulation: Demonstrated experience conducting schedule risk assessments and quantitative modeling using risk tools and simulations (e.g., Monte Carlo analysis, Risk Recon, or equivalent schedule risk software).Cost & Baseline Integration: Familiarity with integrating schedule baselines with program cost estimating, financial execution data, or Earned Value Management (EVM) toolsets (e.g., ACEIT, JACS, or similar cost/schedule integration software).Productivity & Reporting: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) for developing schedule metrics, variance reports, and executive briefings.Core CompetenciesBaseline & Variance Management: Proven ability to build and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), establish baseline changes, conduct critical path analysis, and perform schedule variance assessments.Lifecycle Alignment: Understanding of structured project lifecycle frameworks (e.g., product development, system testing, production, or sustainment) and standard Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated expertise leading or supporting multi-disciplinary Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) or project working groups to collect schedule status and resolve execution roadblocks.Leadership Reporting: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a track record of translating complex schedule and risk data into clear metrics, dashboards, and executive-level briefings.Interagency Readiness Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.