Integrated Master Scheduler – Space Programs

QinetiQ; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking an Integrated Master Scheduler to support the Space Development Agency (SDA). You will develop and maintain an IMS with CPM, SRAs, and EVM analyses, coordinating with government and industry partners to keep programs on schedule.

The role requires 7+ years in IMS development with MS Project, a bachelor’s degree, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced defense environment. TS/SCI eligibility is preferred; candidates must pass clearance where applicable.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and visual communication skills.
• Ability to work in an extremely fast paced organization.
• Strong understanding of CPM, SRA, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• TS with SCI eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob

Responsibilities

• Retrieve, review, and consolidate schedules with contractors, the government, and across other contractors as needed.
• Coordinate schedule inputs from multiple sources to develop and maintain a government-specific integrated master schedules (IMS).
• Conduct Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis and Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs) to identify potential bottlenecks in ground system software and hardware development
• Maintain cognizance of internal developments to inform scheduling updates and provide ground segment updates as needed.
• Identify scheduling conflicts, critical paths, schedule risks, and divergences; present findings to leadership.
• Perform configuration management functions as directed by the government, to include review of deliverables to ensure contract compliance and on‑time CDRL delivery.
• Work with contractor counterparts to facilitate timely distribution to, review by, and feedback from SDA subject matter experts.
• Develop internal briefing material and external‑facing schedule products with high standards and attention to detail as directed by the government team.
• Support product managers, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and external stakeholders as needed (i.e. Government, Military, SETA, FFRDC, UARC, & Industry).
• Provide general support to the SDA as tasked (e.g. coordinate meetings and briefings).

Skills

Excellent written and visual comms

Fast-paced environment

CPM / SRA / EVM knowledge

TS/SCI eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

QinetiQ US is seeking an Integrated Master Scheduler to support the Space Development Agency (SDA). You will develop and maintain an IMS with CPM, SRAs, and EVM analyses, coordinating with government and industry partners to keep programs on schedule.

The role requires 7+ years in IMS development with MS Project, a bachelor’s degree, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced defense environment. TS/SCI eligibility is preferred; candidates must pass clearance where applicable.