Sr. Product Project Scheduler - Manufacturing

Senior Product Project Scheduler - Manufacturing

The Project Scheduler will collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop schedule data for programs, projects, proposals, and contract negotiations. In this role, you will apply established labor-hour and cost standards, integrate schedules, define work logic, identify constraints and risks, and create recovery plans as needed. You will also review subcontractor schedules to recommend improvements. Your work will be critical to keeping projects on time and aligned with objectives, using Earned Value techniques to provide Program Management with clear insights into schedule performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare schedule data for programs, projects, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Establish and maintain schedules for assigned discipline areas or specialties.
• Develop work breakdown structures (WBS), determine activity durations, and establish workflow logic ties.
• Monitor schedules, identify critical activities, and provide updates as needed.
• Generate critical path reports and schedule performance metrics.
• Identify and report activities that could impact schedule performance.
• Monitor, validate, and evaluate subcontractor schedules, recommending improvements or workarounds.
• Present schedule information and reports in internal and external meetings.
• Support interdisciplinary requirements and ensure projects remain on track and on time.

• Travel occasionally as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.

• 8 - 10 years of manufacturing project scheduling experience.

• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) or PMI Earned Value Management Professional (PMI-EVMP) certification is a plus.
• Prior aerospace or Department of Defense program planning and scheduling experience preferred.
• Strong background in schedule development, monitoring, and control.
• Advanced proficiency in project management tools (Microsoft Project or similar) and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Additional Notes:

• Employment requires passing a drug screen and background check.
• Compensation is competitive and fair, with some flexibility based on experience.