Lead Project Scheduler - TS/SCI Clearance Required

Dice; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Palm Bay, Florida is seeking a Scheduler to manage critical scheduling operations. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules and support program reviews. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience or equivalent, along with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. Strong experience in EVMS and proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative defense programs with a long-term impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• Strong experience in program scheduling and EVMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage resource-loaded schedules using MS Project.
• Support program replans and Baseline Reviews.
• Conduct critical path analysis and variance tracking.

Skills

Program scheduling

Earned value management (EVMS)

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We’re supporting a leading defense contractor in the search for a 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.