Master Scheduler

Ultra Maritime; Braintree (MA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with Company Match

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Program

PTO 140 hours first year

Company health benefits

Job summary

Ultra Maritime is seeking a Senior Program Scheduler to support the Program Management team within Ultra Seaborne Sensors and Systems. You will organize, maintain IMS, develop WBS, and report program status for Navy programs.

The role prefers onsite but could be hybrid or remote supporting Central/East Coast time zone. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline and 5+ years of schedule management experience in product development or manufacturing; PMI-SP certification is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline.
• 5+ years of schedule management experience for product development or manufacturing.
• Experience scheduling large Navy Programs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate program planning activities.
• Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Create and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and report program status.
• Perform schedule health analyses and what-if scenarios; monitor variances.
• Coordinate with teams to review inputs and address gaps.

Skills

Schedule management

MS Project

Naval/Defense programs

Deltek Cobra

Resource loading

PMI-SP

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business discipline

Tools

MS Project Server

Deltek Cobra

Job description

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

As an Sr. Program Scheduler, you will report to the Principal Program Planner & Program Controls and support the Program Management team within Ultra Seaborne Sensors and Systems

This role is preferred to be onsite, but could be hybrid or remote supporting Central/East Coast time zone.

Job Description

Duties Include:

• Support Program Managers in organizing and facilitating Program planning activities

• Assist program managers in developing and maintaining Program Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)

• Organize, design, develop, and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for Programs and report on program status

• Resource load IMS to create Program Measurement Baseline (PMB), conduct regular status (EV) updates and Remaining Work (ETC) estimates in MS Project

• Perform analysis of the Integrated Master Schedule to include schedule variance analysis, critical path analysis, DECM/DCMA 14-pt. schedule health analysis, resource analysis, and what-if scenarios

• Monitor schedule performance including weekly and monthly variance reports

• Coordinate with program functional teams, integrated project teams, and other stakeholders to review and understand their schedule inputs/updates and address identified gaps and issues

• Serves as the program’s schedule management subject matter expert (SME) and work with the program team and stakeholders to interpret and address schedule related items

• Proactively identify and communicate schedule dependencies, impacts, and risks to the program management team

• Participate in and support the program’s risk management and governance process

• Develop IMS custom views and reports as requested by the Program Managers

• Support internal and customer facing program reviews

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline

• 5+ years of schedule management experience for product development or manufacturing

Desired Skills:

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills and ability to coordinate with multiple Program teams

• Experience scheduling large Navy Programs

• Experience in the aerospace/defense industry

• Experience with Microsoft Project Server

• 3+ years resource loading IMS

• Experience with the Deltek EV Tool Suite, particularly Cobra

• Experience managing Program schedules with large subcontractor content

• Advanced degree in business management, program management or related field

• PMI-SP Certification

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Expected Compensation: The expected compensation range for this role is

$96,096.00 - $120,120.00.

Please note this represents the expected range. Ultra Maritime considers multiple factors when determining final compensation, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, a candidate’s relevant experience and education, certifications and training, as well as current business and market conditions.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

• 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

• 401k Plan with Company Match

• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

• Wellness Program and incentives

• Company HSA contributions

• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program

• Basic Life Insurance

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness Plan

• Hospital Indemnity Plan

• Pet Insurance

• Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug‑free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre‑employment background checks and substance‑abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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