Program Scheduler

True Anomaly•Denver, CO

2d•$120,000 - $165,000

About The Position

True Anomaly is hiring a Program Scheduler to develop, maintain, analyze, and report on Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) supporting program execution. The role applies critical path methodology, schedule risk analysis, and baseline control processes to monitor progress, forecast performance, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions. It works across cross-functional teams to integrate schedules using both waterfall and Agile methods, supports risk and opportunity mitigation planning, and prepares schedule materials for program management, executive leadership, and customers. The position also supports quality assessments, surveillance reviews, and audits to ensure compliance with program performance management requirements. Successful candidates will be located near Denver, Colorado. Applicants must meet U.S. Government space technology export regulation requirements. The role requires eligibility for a Top Secret/SCI security clearance; an active TS/SCI clearance with SCI eligibility is strongly preferred.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in program scheduling or planning.
Experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules using critical path methodology.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and JIRA.
Experience developing and managing hybrid waterfall and Agile schedules.
Experience analyzing data and producing schedule metrics and reports.
Experience supporting audits and program reviews.
Experience performing schedule risk analysis.
Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
Eligible for a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to brief executives and customers.
Must meet U.S. Government space technology export regulation requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in program scheduling or planning.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project Server / Project Web App (PWA).
Experience building schedule dashboards or reports in Power BI.
Experience on both government and commercial programs, including compliance with EIA-748 or DCMA schedule assessment criteria.
Scrum Master certification (e.g., CSM, PSM) or another relevant certification (e.g., PMI-SP, PMP, PMI-ACP).
Experience producing and delivering customer deliverables, such as contract-required schedule submissions.
Active U.S. government TS/SCI security clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, status, and analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) to monitor progress, assess program status, and identify performance issues.
Ensure program baseline control processes are followed and aligned with business rhythms for program control, analysis, and forecasting.
Apply critical path methodology, risk analysis, and problem resolution to mitigate delays and issues; communicate schedule impacts and recommend corrective actions.
Perform independent schedule risk assessments and mitigation planning.
Support development of program risks and opportunities and their mitigation strategies, and ensure mitigation tasks are reflected in the schedule.
Generate schedule metrics and reports related to program execution and performance.
Maintain vertical and horizontal schedule integration between supporting schedules and the Program Summary Master Schedule in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Prepare and deliver schedule presentations to Program Management, the Executive Leadership Team, and customers.
Conduct data and process quality assessments of planning products and prepare for customer and internal surveillance reviews and audits.
Guide the Program Manager and engineering leads in developing schedule tasks, workflow plans, and summary roll-up tasks.
Develop and apply techniques to build, manage, and status an IMS integrating waterfall and Agile methods across diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, with HSA/HRA options.
Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees.
Accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees.
12 paid holidays.
Parental leave.
Sick leave.
Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees.
401(k) retirement plan.
Fitness reimbursement.
Dog Fridays.
Equity participation as part of total compensation.