Senior Schedule Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Huntsville, AL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing technical expertise and innovative solutions across satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers. As an operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), the company is deeply engaged in all aspects of space. The Systems Engineering Division (SED) offers unparalleled systems engineering expertise to the U.S. government and various public and private entities, covering the total space system lifecycle from CONOPs and architecture development to mission assurance and economic analysis. The Engineering Economic and Management Sciences (EEMS) Department, a growing and geographically distributed team, is seeking a Program Planning & Schedule Engineer/Senior Program Planning & Schedule Engineer. EEMS supports customers across National Security, Civil and Commercial, and International Space Communities by leveraging expertise in cost, schedule, and economic engineering, along with operations research and management science techniques. The department enhances decision-making processes, conducts integrated studies, and provides actionable insights to balance trade-offs, optimize resource allocation, and develop robust solutions for mission-critical challenges. EEMS also engages in government Business Intelligence, acquisition Workforce and Economic Modeling, and utilizes AI for rapid acquisition Decision-Support, continually refining engineering management practices in cost, schedule, and risk analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or more in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Economics, or a related quantitative analysis / STEM field.
12 years of relevant experience in scheduling and program controls, preferably within the aerospace, defense, or advanced technology industries.
Familiarity with aerospace engineering processes, product lifecycle stages, and manufacturing workflows.
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across corporate staff, peers, management, program offices, customers, and contractors.
Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional scheduling and project control teams, as well as mentoring junior team members.
Hands-on experience developing and managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary program schedules, conducting schedule risk assessments, and developing models.
Proficiency in industry-standard schedule and project management tools (e.g., ACEIT JACS, Primavera, Microsoft Project, Full Monte, Steelray Project Analyzer, Milestones Professional) and standard risk analysis tools (e.g., Crystal Ball, @Risk).
Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), including the ability to track and report performance metrics (e.g., CPI, SPI, and BAC).
Willingness to travel domestically up to 10%.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM field.
Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels.
Experience working in a program office setting, managing matrix support, and developing statements of work.
Knowledge of government scheduling practices (e.g., DoD, NRO, NASA).
Experience developing schedule dashboards and creating schedule estimating relationships (SERs).
Knowledge of program planning, Earned Value Management, and Agile project management tools (e.g., JIRA).
Recognition as a subject matter expert, demonstrated through publications, presentations, or contributions to the professional community.
Professional certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), or Program Management Institute Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) from recognized professional societies (e.g., PMI, AACE).
A current and active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

Advise national security and civil/commercial customers on schedule planning, program phasing, and execution strategies to support the successful development and delivery of space systems.
Participate in space system design, acquisition, and program evaluation teams, supporting or leading schedule analysis activities and providing insight into schedule feasibility, critical path drivers, and schedule-related program risks.
Develop and evaluate Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and perform independent schedule estimates and schedule health assessments to assess schedule realism and program execution readiness.
Conduct schedule risk analyses using probabilistic modeling techniques to quantify potential impacts to key program milestones and delivery timelines.
Analyze contractor schedules, proposals, and program documentation to evaluate schedule performance, margin, and programmatic risks, and ensure Aerospace technical quality in terms of completeness, accuracy, and analytical rigor.
Develop and maintain schedule analysis tools, databases, and methodologies, contributing to more efficient and data-driven schedule engineering practices across programs.
Mentor junior staff, support peer reviews of technical products, and develop clear reports and briefings that communicate schedule findings and recommendations to support critical customer decisions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
Flexible spending accounts.
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
Relocation assistance.
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
Education assistance programs.
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.