Program Scheduler
Stratolaunch
On-site
Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
To achieve these great efforts, Stratolaunch needs a Project Scheduler to aid with managing the Stratolaunch projects.
As a Project Scheduler, you will contribute to management of the Stratolaunch projects through development and tracking of resource loaded schedules. You are responsible for working with all aspects of the company and its associated projects, including planning various aspects of the design, development, manufacture, and testing phases. This position includes evaluation of a broad range of technical data. Candidates must have an experienced aerospace development background, experience with technical planning, and relevant experience in systems development. This position is based in Mojave, CA.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Develop the resource loaded plan for the company’s various projects
- Contribute to budget management for the company’s various projects
- Keep the team current regarding its upcoming activities and deadlines
- Manage the engineering schedule for all of engineering and its projects
- Develop tools, as needed, for analysis to complete their tasking.
- Perform schedule based risk analysis on the company’s projects
- Help evaluate risks and risk mitigation plans to determine if the risks are appropriate and risk mitigations are adequate
- Regular and comprehensive communication to the Hypersonics Program Director on a weekly and monthly basis
- Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems
- Travel, as needed, to support the Director and/or the department
- Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required
- Knowledge of, and experience with, one or more of these disciplines: systems engineering, project management, launch vehicle integration
- Experience with technical aerospace leadership, including working with sub-contractors
- Experience with requirements development, with a focus on interface management
- Experience with risk management
- Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns
- Ability to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
- Complex aerospace system development
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
Preferred
- Launch vehicle development experience
- Experience with government agencies
- Experience with air-launch programs
- Security clearance
Required computer skills
- Engineering software tools
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Requirements management tools
- MS Project
- Configuration management
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Senior Program Scheduler ($117,000 - $153,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) and 5-10 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Staff Program Scheduler ($152,500-$200,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) and 10-20 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Principal Program Scheduler ($175,500-$230,400): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) and 20+ years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
- This position is located in Mojave, CA.
- May require occasional travel to other Stratolaunch locations.
Benefits and our location(s):
- 9/80 schedule
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
- Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.
Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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