Program Scheduler (Mid-Level or Senior) - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 101,150 - 136,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Boeing is seeking Program Schedulers at Millennium Space Systems in El Segundo, CA. Responsibilities include developing program schedules, performing risk assessments, and ensuring project milestones are met.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of experience in project planning within aerospace, along with strong skills in Microsoft Office and project scheduling software.

This is an onsite role with a commitment to collaboration and problem-solving in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling within aerospace.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with project scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules.
• Perform risk assessments and analysis.
• Coordinate and direct project phases and activities.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Project

Project Server

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Millennium Space Systems (MSS)

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact on global security, including missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold, and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change by challenging the status quo, and when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

Program Schedulers (Level 3 or Level 4) – El Segundo, CA

We are seeking Program Schedulers (Level 3 or Level 4). In this role, you will work with the program team to develop, baseline, and analyze the program schedule. You are the person who ensures the appropriate level of planning and scheduling functionality is applied to support all program activities through all phases. You will maintain program schedules and deliverables, assist in developing alternatives to accommodate changes to the program plan, communicate any deviations of the current plan to the program team, and lead planning exercises. You will work closely with members of each program team, product development, and program controllers to ensure our systems meet all requirements and achieve all milestones while staying on time and on budget. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California.

Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in this position, along with the ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross‑functional environment, and utilize problem‑solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Position Responsibilities

• Independently develops, coordinates, integrates, analyzes, and maintains an integrated plan and schedule to meet program and/or project requirements in accordance with project management industry standards.
• Performs studies, analysis (trend, variance, impact), risk assessments to determine impacts and constraints involving product development, production rates, process improvement, and program initiatives.
• Creates schedule, reports, metrics, change activity, communicates and updates the plan regularly throughout the lifecycle of the program or project.
• Works to improve project management processes, business systems, and implements best practices that support project decision makers.
• Directs all phases of projects or subsystems of major projects from inception through completion.
• Acts as primary project contact to establish key stakeholder requirements and project objectives.
• Assists customers to develop performance recovery plans and ensure all project control systems are in place to support ongoing support to stakeholders.

Location & Work Setup

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location options. Some hybrid flexibility may be available based on business needs.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• 1+ years of experience performing project planning and scheduling within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel (or equivalent tools), with the ability to perform calculations and analyze data in Excel.
• 1+ years of experience with standard project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project and Project Server.
• Experience in a role that required teaming and collaboration skills, and ability to work well with a geographically dispersed cross‑functional and matrix team.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Experience in a role that required creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills, strong collaborative skills, strong written and verbal communication.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar business process.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA).
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical/cost/schedule constraints to achieve customer satisfaction.
• Experience with aerospace environments, especially other than traditional, large prime contractors.
• Experience with Intelligence Community and Department of Defense customer communities and their project management practices.
• AACE and/or PMI professional certifications.
• Level 3: 3 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level 4: 5 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift

1st Shift.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace. Post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range

Level 3: $101,150‑$136,850
Level 4: $126,650‑$171,350

Additional Information

Millennium is DDTC‑registered, ITAR‑compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 27, 2026.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.