Job Title: Master Scheduler

Job Description

The Master Scheduler is a pivotal role within the Program Controls function, working closely with the Program Controls Analyst to support a wide array of aerospace programs for DoD, NASA, and commercial customers. This role involves developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Microsoft Project, ensuring cost-schedule integration and supporting effective program planning and execution. The Scheduler customizes scheduling strategies to align with each program's lifecycle, risk posture, and contractual requirements, collaborating with engineering, business, and operational teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant program delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) aligned with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Control Account structure, and contractual deliverables.
• Apply Critical Path Methodology (CPM), perform schedule integrity checks, and maintain logical network relationships.
• Integrate schedules with cost and risk systems to support full cost-schedule integration and Earned Value Management (EVM) when required.
• Establish and maintain schedule baselines and support baseline change management and Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
• Perform schedule performance analysis, including variance analysis, float analysis, critical path identification, metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and trend assessments.
• Support Estimate to Complete (ETC), Estimate at Completion (EAC), and forecasting processes in partnership with the Program Controls Analyst.
• Tailor scheduling and planning approaches to suit program type, from regulated government programs to agile commercial efforts.
• Support proposal activities by developing proposal-level schedules aligned with technical and cost strategies.
• Collaborate daily with Program Managers, CAMs, engineers, contracts, procurement, finance, quality, and other functions to ensure integrated execution.
• Present schedule performance data and recommendations to leadership, customer stakeholders, and functional teams.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support tool integrations across cost, schedule, and risk and change management systems.

Essential Skills

• Three (3 ) or more years of experience in project scheduling or program planning within aerospace, defense, or other technically complex environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Program Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Extensive experience developing and maintaining logic-driven network schedules for complex programs.
• Deep knowledge of Critical Path Methodology (CPM), float analysis, and schedule risk assessment.
• Experience with schedule baseline development and change control processes.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and schedule integration techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (enterprise scheduling tool) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing program leadership.
• Ability to work across multiple programs with varying contract types, lifecycle phases, and reporting requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, NASA, or government aerospace programs with full EVM and IBR participation.
• Experience integrating MS Project with cost and performance tools (e.g., Cobra, wInsight, or internal dashboards).
• Experience tailoring scheduling practices for commercial programs and agile development environments.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities across multiple programs.
• Ability to assess and improve existing planning processes and tools.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic, focused on delivering mission-critical solutions in defense, national security, and space technology. The company is committed to advancing technological and operational superiority, tackling complex challenges from ground to space. Employees work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative setting, enhancing national security and protecting critical assets.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $35 - $40