Project Scheduler

Science Applications International Corp.; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support the Propulsion Test Facility contract in a remote capacity with travel up to 10% to RI, IN, and Northern VA. The role emphasizes developing and maintaining project schedules, coordinating with PMs and technical teams, and leveraging Microsoft Project for scheduling and reporting.

Qualifications include 10 years with HS/GED or other educational paths, strong MS Project/Office skills, and EVM knowledge.

Qualifications

• HS/GED with 10 years experience; or Associates and 8 years; or BA with 6 years; or MS with 4 years.
• Proficiency with scheduling software, with a strong preference for MS Project.
• Experience in project planning/scheduling.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office and Office-Project integration.
• Understanding of critical path methodology to ensure timely delivery.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and US citizenship.
• Ability to obtain security clearance; existing clearance status is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules across all phases.
• Coordinate with project managers and team members to gather schedule information and update schedules.
• Identify scheduling issues and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Communicate schedule updates to project teams and stakeholders.
• Utilize scheduling software to create and manage project timelines.
• Prepare regular reports on project schedule status and variances.
• Analyze project schedules to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with scheduling policies and procedures.
• Perform Microsoft Project tasks: project setup, task management, resource management, scheduling, baselines.

Skills

MS Project

Scheduling software

Earned Value Management

Security clearance

US citizenship

Clearance eligibility

Education

HS/GED + 10 years

Associates + 8 years

Bachelors + 6 years

Masters + 4 years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Project Online/Server

Job description

Project Scheduler

Job ID: 2618376

Location: Remote Work, VA, United States

Date Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Category: Business Management

Subcategory: Program Control

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: Remote

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support the Propulsion Test Facility (PTF) contract.

Note: This position will be remote with estimated travel time of 10% to predominantly Rhode Island, Indiana and Northern Virginia.

Position Summary:

The Project Scheduler is responsible for creating, updating and coordinating project schedules with the program management and technical teams. Create resource usage models and predictions. Works closely with team leaders to build, evaluate and optimize project schedules. The Project Scheduler will participate in a cross-functional team environment in development and oversight of development and related project schedules. As a highly motivated individual with very good organization, technical, and communication skills, you will work with a team of professionals to deliver superior service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules, including all phases of project execution.
• Coordinate with project managers and team members to gather schedule information and update schedules accordingly.
• Identify potential scheduling issues and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Communicate schedule updates and changes to project teams and stakeholders.
• Utilize scheduling software to create and manage project timelines.
• Prepare regular reports on project schedule status, highlighting any deviations or risks.
• Analyze project schedules to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to scheduling.
• The Project Scheduler will work with the project leadership team to perform Microsoft Project tasks such as:
• Project Setup:
  • Creating New Projects: Set up new projects, including defining project start dates, calendars, and working times.
  • Task Management: Create, organize, and link tasks (using dependencies), set task constraints, Deadlines, and milestones.
• Resource Management:
  • Defining Resources: Add and categorize resources and set resource availability.
  • Assigning Resources: Assign resources to tasks and understand how different assignment types affect task scheduling.
• Scheduling:
  • Effort Driven Tasks: Knowledge of effort-driven scheduling and how to apply it.
  • Critical Path Method (CPM): Identify and manage the project’s critical path to ensure timely project completion. Knowledge of Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary critical paths
  • Handling Overallocations: Use tools like the Resource Graph, Resource Usage view, and leveling methods to resolve resource overallocation issues.
  • Baselines: Set and manage baselines for tracking project progress.
• Tracking Progress:
  • Updating Tasks and Progress: Mark tasks as in progress, completed, or adjust task and project dates based on real-world data.
  • Variance Analysis: Compare baseline and actuals to analyze project performance and variances.
• Views and Reports:
  • User-Defined Views: Customize and save different views (Gantt Chart, Task Usage, Resource Sheet, Network Diagram) to fit your scheduling needs.
• Collaboration:
  • Sharing and Exporting: Efficiently share project plans through exporting and publishing, often involving integration with other Microsoft Office tools.
  • Project Online and Server: Having some exposure to Project Online or Project Server for enterprise-level project management would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Required:

• HS/GED and ten (10) years' experience; Or Associates and eight (8) years' experience; Or Bachelors and six (6) years' experience; Or Masters and four (4) years’ experience.
• The ideal candidate must be able to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth work environment and operate entrepreneurially and collaboratively to accomplish deliverables.
• Proficiency with scheduling software, with a strong preference placed on MS Project.
• Experience in project planning/scheduling.
• Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Applications, and integration between Office and Project.
• An understanding of critical path methodology to ensure, and communicate, timely delivery of milestone tasks.
• Knowledge of earned value management (EVM).US citizenship.
• Ability to obtain security clearance; Existing clearance status is preferred but not required.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.