Scheduler 3 (With TS/SCI Clearance and Full Scope Poly)

J T; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 118,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

J T in Elkridge, MD seeks an experienced Scheduler 3 to design, develop, and maintain detailed, resource-loaded schedules for complex defense programs. You will integrate sub-schedules into a Master Program Schedule and align with IMPs, working with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications include a TS/SCI with polygraph, 12 years of scheduling experience, and a bachelor’s degree with substitutions noted. Proficiency in MS Project or Primavera is required.

Qualifications

• 12 years of scheduling experience on programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining detailed schedules.
• Master’s degree may substitute for 2 years of experience; 4 additional years may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain detailed resource-loaded schedules and Master Program Schedules.
• Link project schedules with programs, portfolios, functional areas, and IMPs, tracking milestones and dependencies.
• Define schedule configuration, management, and version-control processes.
• Maintain the schedule build environment across development phases, including build scripts.
• Lead weekly scheduling meetings with project leadership and teams.
• Coordinate milestones and interdependencies across engineering, manufacturing, testing, and quality.
• Advise Program Managers on resource reserves to mitigate constraints.

Skills

Scheduling

Security clearance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline

Master’s degree may substitute for 2 years of experience

4 additional years of scheduling experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Salary Range: $118,000 – $142,000 / year (dependent on experience, education, and skill set)

About the Role

Seeking an experienced Scheduler 3 to support a defense and secure technology program in Elkridge, MD.

In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain detailed, resource-loaded schedules for complex implementation, developmental, and operational systems. You will collaborate directly with cross-functional technical teams, integrating individual project schedules into an overarching Master Program Schedule and aligning them with Integrated Master Plans (IMPs).

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain detailed resource-loaded schedules and Master Program Schedules using MS Project, Primavera, or program-mandated software.
• Link project schedules with overarching programs, Investment Portfolios, functional areas, and IMPs, tracking critical milestones, linkages, and dependencies.
• Define and implement schedule configuration, management, and version-control processes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain the schedule build environment across staging, testing, deployment, and integration phases, including developing product build scripts.
• Facilitate weekly scheduling meetings with project leadership and operational teams.
• Coordinate cross-walks of milestones and interdependencies across functional areas such as engineering, manufacturing, testing, and quality control.
• Provide strategic recommendations to Program Managers regarding the allocation of management reserves to mitigate resource and schedule constraints.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Experience: 12 years of scheduling experience on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Education Substitution: A Master’s degree may substitute for 2 years of experience (10 years required). 4 additional years of scheduling experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree (16 years total without a degree).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited institution.
• Technical Experience: At least 2 years of demonstrated experience managing schedules for engineering programs involving hardware and software development and multiple sub-components.
• Tool Proficiency: Demonstrated hands‑on expertise with MS Project or Primavera, including the successful completion of advanced‑level coursework in either tool.

Preferred Qualifications

• Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) certification.
• Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification.

Benefits & Compensation

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees both personally and professionally:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement for continued professional education

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.