Senior Program Scheduler

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.
Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.
As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.
We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.
Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!
As a Senior Program Scheduler, you will report to the Principal Program Planner & Program Controls and support the Program Management team within Ultra Naval Sensors and Systems.
It is preferred the successful candidate plan to work at UM's Chantilly, VA or Braintree, MA locations.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Job Description
Duties Include:

• Supports Program Managers in organizing and facilitating Program planning activities.
• Assists Program Managers in developing and maintaining Program Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Organizes, designs, develops, and maintains Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for programs.
• Resource loads IMS to create Program Measurement Baseline (PMB), performs regular status (Earned Value) updates, as well as remaining work (ETC) estimates using MS Project.
• Performs analysis of the Integrated Master Schedule to include schedule variance analysis, critical path analysis, DECM/DCMA 14-pt. schedule health analysis, resource analysis, and what-if scenarios.
• Monitors schedule performance including weekly and monthly variance reports.
• Develops IMS custom views and reports as requested by the Program Managers.
• Proactively identifies and communicates schedule dependencies, impacts, and risks to the program management team.
• Works collaboratively with program functional teams, integrated project teams, peer planners, and other stakeholders to review and understand schedule inputs/updates and address identified gaps and issues.
• Participates in and supports program risk management and governance process.
• Supports internal and customer facing program reviews.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical or business discipline.
• 5+ years of schedule management experience for product development or manufacturing.
• 5+ years of Microsoft Project program scheduling processes and methodologies.
• 3+ years of experience applying integrated cost/schedule and critical path methodologies within an Earned Value (EVMS) environment.
• Resource Loading Schedules & Integrating with EV Tool (Cobra/MPM, etc.).
• Ability to travel up to 10% of time primarily to domestic locations.
• Ability to obtain a US Government security clearance. Security clearances are granted to U.S. citizens.

Desired Skills:

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills and ability to coordinate with multiple Program teams.
• Experience scheduling large, complex US DoD Programs.
• Experience in the aerospace/defense industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Project Server.
• 3+ years resource loading IMS.
• PMI-SP Certification
• Experience with the Deltek EV Tool Suite, and Cobra.
• Experience managing Program schedules with subcontractor content.
• Advanced degree in business management, program management or related field.

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more!
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com