Program Planner/Scheduler | Melbourne, FL

Intra Management Solutions, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Intra Management Solutions (IMS) seeks an experienced Program Planner/Scheduler to support a major aerospace/defense client in Melbourne, Florida. The role focuses on Integrated Master Plan development, schedule integration across functions, and EVMS-based performance insights.

The ideal candidate will have strong planning/scheduling experience, EVMS familiarity, and proficiency with MS Office and Microsoft Project, all while coordinating across Finance, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing,

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Active U.S. government security clearance is required.
• Education/experience combinations listed (Bachelor/Master/Associate/HS) meet the role requirements.
• Planning and scheduling experience is required.
• Experience with EVMS is required.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Microsoft Project is required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Must be able to work onsite in Melbourne, FL.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, coordinate, and maintain the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and IMS.
• Ensure integration across Finance, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, and Quality.
• Coordinate schedule inputs, dependencies, and milestones across teams.
• Support planning activities and schedule reviews to align with requirements.
• Use Gantt/PERT and earned value methods to assess progress and performance.
• Prepare schedule reports and communicate trends, risks, and interventions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling issues.
• Provide timely, accurate schedule information to program leadership.
• Support scheduling tools maintenance using Microsoft Project.

Skills

Security clearance

US citizenship

Planning & scheduling

EVMS experience

MS Office

MS Project

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Onsite availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5+ yrs

Master’s degree + 3+ yrs

Associate degree + 7+ yrs

High school diploma/GED + 9+ yrs

Tools

Microsoft Project Server

Deltek Cobra

Deltek Acumen Risk

Excel VBA

Job description

Program Planner/Scheduler

Location

Fully Onsite – Melbourne, Florida

Employment Type

Full-Time Consultant

About IMS

Intra Management Solutions (IMS) is a trusted provider of program management, integrated scheduling, earned value management, and strategic business solutions supporting aerospace, defense, and federal organizations. Our experienced professionals help clients successfully execute complex programs through innovative planning, scheduling, and project controls expertise.

Position Overview

IMS is seeking experienced Program Planners/Schedulers to support a leading aerospace and defense client in Melbourne, Florida.

This position is fully onsite and requires candidates to work at the client’s Melbourne facility.

The ideal candidate brings planning and scheduling experience, experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and the ability to coordinate integrated plans and schedules across Finance, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams.

This role supports the development, integration, and analysis of program schedules to identify risks, resolve scheduling conflicts, and provide actionable performance insights to program leadership.

An active U.S. government security clearance is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

Integrated Program Planning & Scheduling

• Prepare, develop, coordinate, and maintain the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to support program objectives.
• Ensure program plans and schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated across functional organizations, including Finance, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, and Quality.
• Coordinate schedule inputs, dependencies, and milestones across program teams.
• Support planning activities and schedule reviews to maintain alignment with program requirements and delivery commitments.

Schedule Analysis & Risk Management

• Track program plans and schedules, assess progress, and identify performance variances.
• Perform schedule risk analysis and identify potential impacts to program milestones and completion dates.
• Identify and resolve critical path issues, network logic conflicts, and scheduling constraints.
• Support mitigation and recovery planning to address schedule risks and performance concerns.

Performance Reporting & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Use Gantt charts, PERT charts, milestone charts, earned value management, and other project management techniques to assess program progress.
• Prepare schedule reports and communicate performance trends, risks, and areas requiring intervention.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling issues and support informed program decisions.
• Provide program leadership with timely, accurate schedule information to help focus attention on critical activities.

Scheduling Tools & Systems

• Support program planning, schedule maintenance, and analysis using Microsoft Project.
• Use Microsoft Office applications to analyze schedule data, prepare reports, and communicate program status.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active U.S. government security clearance.
• Education and relevant experience in business, finance, accounting, program controls, or a related industry field, meeting one of the following combinations:
  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Master’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Associate degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
  • High school diploma or GED with at least 9 years of relevant experience.
• Planning and scheduling experience.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite andMicrosoft Project.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Availability to work fully onsite in Melbourne, Florida.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Schedule management experience and hands‑on proficiency with Microsoft Project.
• Experience working in a Microsoft Project Server environment.
• Excel macro development and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) skills.
• Experience with Deltek Cobra.
• Experience with Deltek Acumen Risk.
• Knowledge of Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) schedule health metrics.

What IMS Offers

• Competitive compensation.
• A generous benefits package, including employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for the employee.
• Opportunity to support high‑visibility aerospace and defense programs.
• Professional growth and career development.
• Exposure to complex program planning, scheduling, and performance management.