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Program IMS’ inform downstream teams like Production, Software, Engineering, and Mission Services enabling them to plan and resource effectively.\nThe Senior Program Scheduler supports the entire Programs Group, leading the company-wide integration and adoption of Microsoft Project / Primavera P6 and driving scheduling competency and training across teams. This role combines project management, information synthesis, and clear communication with a keen understanding of scheduling systems and the tools that surface their data. Working alongside a team of tools developers, the Senior Program Scheduler generates executive dashboards and Palantir-based reports of the fully loaded schedule across all programs-enabling drill-down into individual program schedules, resources, and dependencies. This aggregated view is used to drive a holistic understanding of resource demand across both labor and products, helping Program Managers deconflict internal capacity and roadmaps against the urgency of customer timelines. The role demands direct engagement with stakeholders across Saronic to elicit and clarify timelines, resources, and blockers to execution, and it calls for deep expertise in industry-standard scheduling practices, advanced critical-path and schedule-risk analysis, and the discipline to bring rigor to scheduling in a fast-paced environment developing cutting-edge autonomous platforms.\nResponsibilities\nIMS Governance & Standards\nEstablish and govern IMS standards, structure, and coding conventions across the program portfolio, ensuring individual program schedules conform to a unified enterprise approach.\n\nOversee development of individual program schedules from work breakdown structures through resource-loaded, logic-linked networks.\n\nEnsure the IMS complies with contractual requirements, industry scheduling standards, and organizational policies.\n\nMaintain detailed documentation of the IMS, including assumptions, constraints, ground rules, and decision logs.\n\nCritical Path & Schedule Risk Analysis\nPartner with Program Managers to deconflict internal capacity against customer timelines and contractual deliverables.\n\nSynthesize inputs from Production, Software, Engineering, and Mission Services into a coherent, executable master schedule.\n\nPerform and validate critical path analyses across programs, identifying drivers, float erosion, and downstream schedule impacts.\n\nConduct schedule risk analyses to quantify confidence levels and exposure against key milestones.\n\nTranslate findings into strategic recommendations on resource, funding, and scope trade-offs for programs leadership.\n\nSurface leading indicators of schedule slip early enough to enable corrective action.\n\nBaseline & Change Control\nOwn the schedule baseline change control process supporting Program Managers and cross-functional delivery partners.\n\nReview, approve, or reject baseline changes against defined governance criteria.\n\nTrack baseline versus actual performance and maintain a clear audit trail of changes and rationale.\n\nEnforce disciplined change control while remaining responsive to a fast-moving development environment.\n\nStakeholder Communication & Process Improvement\nServe as the primary point of contact for schedule-related inquiries, delivering clear, concise updates to internal teams, management, and technical partners.\n\nElicit and clarify timelines, resources, and execution blockers through direct engagement across the organization.\n\nContinuously evaluate and improve scheduling processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.\n\nAdvance the maturity of scheduling systems such as Microsoft Project and Smartsheet across the enterprise.\n\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, Scheduling & Advance, or a related field.\n\n7+ years of experience in project scheduling, with at least 3 years managing complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.\n\nProven track record of working with cross-functional teams in a technical environment.\n\nDemonstrated verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with autonomous or unmanned systems programs.\n\nKnowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) scheduling and reporting requirements.\n\nMaster’s degree and/or certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, CAPM) or Scheduling (e.g., PMI-SP).\n\nPhysical Demands\nProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer\n\nOccasional standing and walking within the office\n\nManual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment\n\nVisual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports\n\nOccasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies\n\nLifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)\n\nBenefits\nMedical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services\nSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents\nDental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care\nSaronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents\nTime Off: Generous PTO and Holidays\nParental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents\nCompetitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses\nRetirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match\nStock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success\nLife and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage\nPet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline\nAdditional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office\nSaronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees\nIf this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).\nSaronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. 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