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Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Services Program Scheduler, Sr. position will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing complex program schedules to ensure optimal resource allocation and timely execution of service delivery. As the Services Program Scheduler, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and logistics personnel, to create and manage integrated schedules that align with organizational goals. Your expertise in scheduling methodologies and project management principles will be instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency and achieving project milestones. Additionally, you will analyze project performance metrics to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions as necessary. Our ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

Position Responsibilities

• Analyze and audit of department documents to ensure they are accurate and maintaining the confidentiality of the financial data

• Write departmental policies and procedures

• Oversee the department’s program(s) and/or project(s)

• Maintain the privacy of financial information

• Assess software applications and control procedures

• Assist manager in evaluating the department’s budget

• Assist manager with providing strategic planning, and requirements to execute the design, implementation, communication, and administration of the departments

• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree required (discipline/preferred discipline/related field) etc. or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Advanced degree, MBA or MS is preferred.

• Minimum of 8 years of working experience required.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills.

• Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis.

• Strong ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc. Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.

• May require travel to sites/program and special functions.

Environmental Conditions Critical to Performance:

• Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.

• May have some exposure to outside environment while traveling.

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.

• Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$101,000 - $143,325

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.