Master Scheduler

XMSTART is seeking a Program Scheduler and Analyst to support a dynamic System Program Office (SPO). This role supports acquisition and programmatic activities for a major satellite program and requires familiarity with IC/DoD processes, particularly those related to satellite systems. This full time position will join our team in Chantilly, VA and is 100% Onsite.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years or more of related experience

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience using MS Project (2016+)
• Experience with MS Office suite esp. PowerPoint, Excel, & Access.
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to coordinate requirements to accomplish goals with timeliness and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem solving skills
• Ability to travel domestically
• Experience in IC, and DoD acquisition and program management processes
• Previous program office experience
• Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVMS) is a plus

Responsibilities:

• With limited supervision after training, conduct review of monthly schedule submittals from contractors to the government (schedule analyses).
• Identify schedule drivers and changes from month to month and prepare analysis presentations for senior leadership.
• Produce meaningful metrics and respond to customer questions.
• Present analyses monthly in various formats and customer forums.
• Identify areas of potential conflict.
• Determine critical path for major deliverables and schedule drivers that may impact the critical path.
• Support Integrated Baseline Reviews.
• Preform other duties as specified by the COTR and Program Manager

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong written correspondence skills