Program Scheduler Defense Onsite Position - Santa Clara, CA

Overview

Program Scheduler- Defense- Onsite Position. Location: Santa Clarita, CA (Onsite). This role supports project controls activities to drive the scheduling strategy for complex large-scale programs. The position requires advanced expertise in project scheduling, leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance.

Note: The position is available to eligible military-affiliated candidates as described in the original posting. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is On-Site.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements comprehensive scheduling frameworks for multiple programs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to timelines. Includes analysis of project schedules, prerequisites, manufacturing operations, purchasing activities, and customer commitments per the Project Management Standards Manual (PMSM).
• Creates, maintains and analyzes cost profiles, approved cost budgets, and forecasted revenue budgets as required per the PMSM. Performs Earned Value (EV) and/or Pseudo EV cost and schedule analysis as required.
• Collaborates with project managers and stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and resource allocation. Supports project control activities (e.g., project setup) using project information from relevant documents (IDI/Proposal or Change Request).
• Performs in-depth analysis of project schedules, identifies critical paths and risks, and recommends mitigation strategies.
• Facilitates schedule reviews and updates; prepares and delivers high-level schedule presentations and reports.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Defense Industry.
• Expertise in scheduling software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project) and advanced project management tools.
• Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance.

Job Details

• City : Santa Clara
• State : California
• Job Code : Program Manager
• Affiliate Sponsor : Curtiss-Wright
• Education : High School/GED
• Job Category : Management
• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $92,800.00 - $123,800.00 per year plus bonus. Salary information is a general guideline for California; actual offer will consider qualifications, experience, and market conditions.

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture