Master Scheduler (Microsoft Project)

SciTec•Boulder, CO

6h•$149,000 - $175,000

About The Position

SciTec is a dynamic small business, with the mission to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense, and we are growing our creative team! We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique world-class data exploitation capabilities. Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered. SciTec is seeking a highly capable Master Scheduler (IMS) to operate at the portfolio level, aligning technical roadmaps, architectural milestones, and program execution across multiple efforts. This role supports the Chief Architect, Chief Engineer, and Program Management to ensure internal schedules are coherent, technically aligned, and synchronized with external stakeholders and customers. This position requires strong Microsoft Project expertise, technical fluency, and the ability to operate confidently with senior engineering leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field
8+ years of professional experience in program scheduling, technical program management, or integrated planning
Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, including Master schedules and linked subprojects, Complex dependency logic, Cross-project integration, Critical path and impact analysis
Experience supporting technical leadership (architects, chief engineers, or senior program managers)
Experience integrating schedules across multiple programs or product lines
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
Experience supporting complex software-intensive or remote sensing systems
Familiarity with Agile program environments and hybrid development models
Experience facilitating executive-level planning discussions
Domain knowledge in defense, aerospace, or remote sensing systems (e.g., OPIR)
PMP or similar program management certification

Responsibilities

Develop, integrate, and maintain portfolio-level Master Schedules in Microsoft Project
Align multiple internal program schedules into a coherent cross-program roadmap
Coordinate with the Chief Architect and Chief Engineer to ensure architectural milestones, integration points, and dependencies are properly represented
Ensure alignment between Technical architecture evolution, Development timelines, Integration events, External customer milestones
Identify and manage cross-program dependencies, risks, and sequencing conflicts
Provide schedule-based analysis to support executive decision-making
Support scenario planning and “what-if” analysis to evaluate technical and delivery tradeoffs
Maintain master schedule structures and Global files in MS Project
Facilitate coordination meetings with internal program managers and external stakeholders
Prepare schedule views and briefings for leadership and customer interactions
Ensure internal and external milestone synchronization
Improve and standardize scheduling practices across programs
Perform other duties as assigned