Program Scheduler - Stratolaunch, LLC : Job Details

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.

The Program Scheduler will develop, implement, and maintain an integrated master schedule with a high level of accuracy in order to ensure on-time delivery of program expectations to internal and external customers. This position will work closely with the Program Manager, Program Leads, and Program Finance in managing program performance and will seek to proactively understand the program and take actions to keep it on schedule, forecast future work, and provide variance analysis. This position will also support and lead continuous improvement initiatives and process standardization of effective schedule management across the organization.

**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Develop an integrated schedule that includes project phasing, milestones, and represents critical relationships between program tasks as required to plan, coordinate, and visualize all significant program activities.

+ Work with the program team to ensure the schedule is executable (cost, schedule, technical, and resource requirements are fully integrated) and executing as planned.

+ Actively communicate to the program team the daily/weekly tasks to ensure clarity in schedule expectations and priorities amongst the team.

+ Identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts.

+ Perform risk analysis and risk planning on the schedule.

+ Work with the Program Manager and Program Finance to integrate and manage EVM (Earned Value Management) techniques to derive analysis on schedule variances.

+ Work with the program team to develop recovery plans.

+ Provide and communicate recurring schedule updates in program reviews and customer reviews.

+ Analyze trends, develop reports, facilitate communication and provide feedback on program performance.

+ Be an essential member of the program management office and program teams.

+ Support schedule generation for program proposals.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

+ Strong knowledge of MS Project or other common effective scheduling tools

+ Ability to resource load and analyze a schedule

+ Demonstrated experience in using MS Office suite products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

+ Familiarity with PMI and related Project Management and Scheduling best practices

+ Ability to problem solve and adapt quickly to changing priorities

+ Ability to work effectively with Program Management, Finance and other stakeholders

**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**

+ A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field. 5+ years of scheduling experience can be utilized as a substitute for a degree.

**Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable**

+ This position is located in Mojave, CA.

+ May require occasional travel to other Stratolaunch locations.

+ $104,000-$155,000

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**Benefits and our location:**

+ Relocation eligible to local area - Mojave, CA

+ 9/80 schedule

+ Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)

+ Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

+ 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to the IRS annual limit

+ Tuition reimbursement

**Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts.**

**Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You're within a half day's drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.**

**Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state's best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke's in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won't find anywhere else in the United States.**

**Applicants must be a US Person to be considered for this role-**

_To be considered for this position, applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in 22 C.F.R. 120.67, which includes (a) U.S. citizens; (b) U.S. nationals; (c) U.S. lawful permanent residents; (d) persons granted refugee status; and (e) persons granted asylum_ .

Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees' and applicants' time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

**Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law:**

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**Job Category:** Program Management

**Req ID:** 64