Lead Program Scheduler - TS/SCI - Palm Bay, Florida

Intra Management Solutions; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Intra Management Solutions is seeking a Lead Program Scheduler in Palm Bay, Florida, to manage high-visibility scheduling operations for defense projects. The role involves developing complex Integrated Master Schedules and providing schedule risk analysis.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and over 9 years of experience, along with a Top Secret clearance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative defense programs.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of relevant experience (or 13+ years without a degree, or 7+ years with a Master's).
• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Experience with DoD or government-funded programs under FAR/DFAR.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and manage resource-loaded schedules using MS Project.
• Conduct critical path analysis and variance tracking.
• Lead scheduling support across various company functions.

Skills

Program scheduling

Earned value management

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role:

We’re supporting a leading defense contractor in the search for a Lead Program Scheduler to manage high-visibility, mission-critical scheduling operations. This position plays a key role in developing and maintaining complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for Tier 1 programs, providing schedule risk analysis, and supporting major program reviews.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, integrate, and manage resource-loaded schedules using MS Project.

• Support program replans (OTB/OTS), internal reprogramming, and Baseline Reviews.

• Conduct critical path analysis, variance tracking, and earned value metrics.

• Lead scheduling support across finance, engineering, manufacturing, and quality functions.

• Mentor junior schedulers and help shape scheduling best practices company-wide.

• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and government guidelines (EIA-748, PASEG, etc.).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of relevant experience (or 13+ years without a degree, or 7+ years with a Master’s)

• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance

• Strong experience in program scheduling and earned value management (EVMS)

• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Experience working DoD or government-funded programs under FAR/DFAR

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulations and schedule risk analysis

• Knowledge of PASEG v4.0, IPMDAR/IPMR, and Project Server

• Background in aerospace, space, or airborne systems programs

• Experience with subcontractor schedule integration

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level scheduler looking to contribute to innovative defense programs with long-term impact.