Business Process Analyst (Scheduler)

Peraton•Bowie, MD

4d•$80,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Business Process Analyst (Scheduler) to support Engineering Services (ES) / Planning and Requirements Group (PRG) in managing and maintaining project schedules in Primavera (P6). The role maintains, manages, and analyzes schedules across programs and projects, serving as a bridge between operational staff and management to help scheduling workflows support efficient project execution and resource utilization. The position supports the FAA’s Brand-New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract and contributes to the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System. It is 100% on-site in Herndon, VA, or Bowie, MD, according to program requirements.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
One of the following education and experience combinations: bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience; master’s degree and 3 years; associate degree and 7 years; or high school diploma and 9 years.
Experience in project management and scheduling.
Proficiency with Primavera P6.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and tracking.
Experience working with ERP systems or similar enterprise resource planning tools.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to translate operational needs into scheduling solutions.
Experience developing reports and maintaining documentation for operational metrics and KPIs.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively between operational teams and management.
Ability to work on-site in Herndon, VA, or Bowie, MD, based on program requirements.

Nice To Haves

Direct FAA or National Airspace System (NAS) configuration management experience.
Familiarity with FAA modernization initiatives, NextGen, or NAS environments.
Experience supporting large-scale technical programs or government programs.
Prior experience with Corporate Work Plan (CWP); preferred but not required.
Familiarity with scheduling coordination and management across multiple teams or regions.

Responsibilities

Work with the Service Area Project Planning Manager (PPM) / Planning and Requirements Group (PRG) to track, manage, and update project schedules.
Use Primavera and Corporate Work Plan (CWP) to manage schedules and monitor timelines, resource assignments, and workload distribution.
Obtain schedule status as activities are completed and enter activity completions into CWP/Primavera as directed.
Review CWP and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for schedule conflicts with other programs and projects.
Keep schedules current and correct.
Maintain schedule logic integrity, including activity predecessors and successors, constraints, and critical path.
Identify opportunities for schedule optimization.
Analyze project and scheduling data to improve resource allocation and reduce scheduling conflicts or delays.
Analyze, document, and evaluate existing scheduling processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and maintain process documentation, scheduling standards, and workflow diagrams.
Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling efficiency, resource utilization, and project timelines.
Support management with reporting, data analysis, and decision-making tools related to project scheduling and operational performance.

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short- and long-term disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay, depending on the position.