XMSTART is seeking a Program Scheduler and Analyst to support a dynamic System Program Office (SPO). This role supports acquisition and programmatic activities for a major satellite program and requires familiarity with IC/DoD processes, particularly those related to satellite systems. This full time position will join our team in Chantilly, VA and is 100% Onsite.
Requirements
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years or more of related experience
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience using MS Project (2016+)
- Experience with MS Office suite esp. PowerPoint, Excel, & Access.
- Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to coordinate requirements to accomplish goals with timeliness and accuracy
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem solving skills
- Ability to travel domestically
- Experience in IC, and DoD acquisition and program management processes
- Previous program office experience
- Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVMS) is a plus
Responsibilities:
- With limited supervision after training, conduct review of monthly schedule submittals from contractors to the government (schedule analyses).
- Identify schedule drivers and changes from month to month and prepare analysis presentations for senior leadership.
- Produce meaningful metrics and respond to customer questions.
- Present analyses monthly in various formats and customer forums.
- Identify areas of potential conflict.
- Determine critical path for major deliverables and schedule drivers that may impact the critical path.
- Support Integrated Baseline Reviews.
- Preform other duties as specified by the COTR and Program Manager
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong written correspondence skills
Top Skills
What We Do
XMSTART is a highly trusted, non-conflicted professional services firm committed to delivering business and engineering solutions that drive customer success across a diverse array of complex missions and dynamic team structures. We prioritize efficient corporate management to guide strategic direction, optimize resources, ensure consistent quality, and cultivate a culture of excellence—empowering our ecosystem to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and attract a wide range of specialized talent.
