Program Scheduler
Core
Architect and maintain end-to-end development timelines for new satellite programs from concept to launch and on-orbit operations.
Role type
Senior Program Scheduler (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Master schedules, critical path schedules, and progress reports for satellite development programs.
Domain
Aerospace, Satellite Manufacturing, National Security
Required skills
Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS), Critical Path Analysis, Risk Analysis, Work Breakdown Structures, Stakeholder Coordination, Schedule Risk Analysis, Dependency Management, Schedule Reporting, Process Improvement, Ambiguity Navigation
Preferred skills
Engineering Development Life Cycle (EDLC), First-of-a-kind projects, Scaled production, Concurrent project management, Summary schedule reporting, Engineering data analysis
Technologies
Smartsheet, MS Project, Primavera, Microsoft Timeline
Responsibilities
Own and drive master schedules for new satellite programs from inception through launch and on-orbit operations; Develop, communicate, and deliver clear, data-driven critical path schedules and progress updates; Collaborate with engineering, operations, and production teams to assure alignment to ground truth milestones; Rapidly assess new and ongoing projects, identify required dependencies from internal and external stakeholders; Gain deep operational insight into K2's engineering, manufacturing, and launch workflows to drive accurate schedules and process improvements; Lead fast-paced, high impact reviews as needed to keep plans current and actionable; Build schedule tools and reports to enable time-relevant decision-making; Proactively monitor engineering data sources to enable more accurate schedules
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
