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Project Scheduler (Huntsville, AL)

Location: 

Huntsville, AL, US, 35808

Job ID: 113819 

 

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Job Summary

DRS is seeking an experienced Microsoft Project Scheduler in Huntsville, AL to support U.S. Army program(s) within our Land Electronics defense portfolio. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in compliance with DRS standards and best practices. This role is critical to monitor and control program execution working with the Project Manager and Project Engineer.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Microsoft Project
  • Build and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) in accordance with statement of work
  • Map schedule activities to the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) events, accomplishments, and criteria
  • Define and validate task dependencies, constraints, milestones, and critical/driving paths
    Integrate subcontractor, vendor, and Government Furnished Equipment/Information (GFE/GFI) delivery schedules into the master schedule
  • Perform Critical Path Analysis (CPA), near-critical path analysis, and schedule margin assessments
  • Conduct schedule health assessments using industry-standard metrics
  • Identify and report schedule risks, float erosion, and logic issues
  • Generate Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) schedule deliverables on time and in compliance with contract requirements
  • Prepare schedule briefings for Integrated Program Reviews (IPRs), Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and customer engagements
  • Support Earned Value Management System (EVMS) implementation and surveillance
  • Integrate schedule with the cost baseline to produce a time-phased Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB)
  • Calculate and report Schedule Performance Index (SPI), Schedule Variance (SV), and To-Complete Schedule Performance Index (TSPI)
  • Support Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) and Over Target Baseline (OTB)/Over Target Schedule (OTS) actions as required
  • Assist in developing Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) schedule forecasts

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and related technical training with 5+ years directly related experience (or equivalent combination of education/training and experience). 
  • Microsoft Project certification is highly desirable.
  • Project management experience in government/DoD sector is preferred.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LEL


Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: 

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.


Nearest Major Market: Huntsville

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