Project Scheduler - Huntsville

SAIC • Tucson, AZ

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support a reconfigurable air defense project in or near Huntsville, Alabama. The Scheduler develops, manages, and maintains project schedules in coordination with program managers and cross-functional teams, helping ensure deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with SAIC and customer requirements. The role is hybrid remote.

The ideal candidate has experience developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex projects, proficiency with industry-standard scheduling tools, and knowledge of scheduling best practices, critical path management, resource planning, and risk mitigation. The position supports projects serving governmental, defense, and intelligence operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Business Management, Project Management, Engineering, or a technical discipline, and three years of experience; additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience as a scheduler in a technical, project-driven, or mission-critical environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or other industry-standard scheduling tools.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Methodology (CPM) and dependency management.
• Ability to manage multiple schedules simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate schedule health and risk to stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to evolving project requirements.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing schedules for projects supporting federal government or defense agencies.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and integrating Agile tasks into IMS frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in creating dashboards and reports using Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Earned Value Management experience, including SPI/CPI.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Microsoft Project.
• Collaborate with program managers, engineers, functional teams, contractors, and government customers to gather inputs and align schedules with program objectives.
• Perform critical path analysis to identify dependencies, constraints, and project risks that may affect schedule adherence.
• Monitor project activities, anticipate delays or challenges, and report schedule deviations to program and functional teams.
• Identify risks of schedule delays, propose mitigation strategies, and incorporate contingency planning.
• Develop program-related reports, including Gantt charts, status reports, and progress dashboards.
• Maintain project schedule baselines and provide performance updates aligned with contractual obligations and customer objectives.
• Coordinate resource use, analyze resource constraints, and recommend realignment of personnel, equipment, or materials to optimize execution.
• Ensure adherence to SAIC Program Management Office standards, federal regulations, and customer processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level