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CesiumAstro creates out-of-the-box communication systems for space and airborne platforms.
The Role
Manage and maintain MS Project schedules, support program scheduling and cost/schedule integration using earned value metrics, develop reporting and scheduling protocols, assist proposals and schedule margin management, monitor schedule performance, and provide status reports to Program Management and Engineering leadership.
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Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are seeking to add a Program Scheduler to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment, and managing multiple fast paced projects at once, we would like to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with Subject Matter Experts to create/update MS Project schedules.
- Provide scheduling support to assigned programs and operations
- Develop/maintain consistency to programs enabling cost/schedule integration and earned value consistent with existing Work Breakdown Structure.
- Support the development of the reporting format, scheduling protocols, processes, techniques and software selection.
- Support new business in proposals, monitor and maintenance of schedule performance and participate in schedule margin management.
- Provide regular status reports to Program Management and Engineering leadership.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 5 years of directly related experience.
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related fields from an accredited college or university.
- Prior experience supporting spacecraft development.
- Demonstrated experience with Scheduling and Financial management of projects.
- Experience with financial management tools including earned value, with SPI/CPI measures.
- Knowledge standard engineering industry practices and ideally space-related requirements.
- Extensive experience with MS Project (including Resource Management), Excel and related.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex information.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of directly related experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
- Prior experience supporting spacecraft development.
- Demonstrated experience with scheduling and financial management of projects.
- Experience with financial management tools including earned value, SPI and CPI measures.
- Extensive experience with MS Project (including Resource Management) and Excel.
- Knowledge of standard engineering industry practices (space-related knowledge preferred).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex information.
- Must meet U.S. export authorization eligibility (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible for required DoS authorizations).
CesiumAstro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CesiumAstro and has not been reviewed or approved by CesiumAstro.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus FSAs and mental health benefits. Feedback suggests the health package is comprehensive for a growth-stage aerospace firm.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and other retirement-plan elements. Feedback suggests core retirement mechanisms are in place alongside standard financial benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and bereavement leave are included. Feedback suggests time-off options are broad on paper across multiple leave types.
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The Company
What We Do
We build high-throughput, plug-and-play phased array communication payloads for space and airborne platforms. CesiumAstro’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software products enable a diverse range of commercial and defense objectives. Full-system engineering design is at the heart of every CesiumAstro product. We deliver high-performance solutions under rapid development timelines.
Why Work With Us
At CesiumAstro, we’re a team. We’re passionate, respectful, and determined colleagues ready to help at a moment’s notice. We’re mentors excited to enable our peers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Together, we’re visionaries committing to building memories that will last a lifetime.
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