Senior Schedule Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Program Planning & Schedule Engineer supporting national security and commercial space program development. Providing expertise in schedule planning, program controls, and performance metrics.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeEl Segundo • Alabama, California, Colorado, New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $151,300 - $226,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in schedule planning, program phasing, and execution strategies for space systems, with a strong focus on schedule risk analysis and Earned Value Management. Proficient in developing Integrated Master Schedules and utilizing industry-standard project management tools to ensure program execution readiness.

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Integrated Master Schedule DevelopmentSchedule Risk AnalysisEarned Value ManagementProject Management Tools ProficiencyCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Schedule AnalysisProgram ControlsQuantitative AnalysisProbabilistic Modeling TechniquesSchedule Health AssessmentsSchedule Performance EvaluationData-Driven Schedule EngineeringLarge-Scale Program SchedulingMentoring Junior StaffTechnical Report Development

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingTeam CollaborationMentoringPeer Review Support

Tools & Technologies

ACEIT JACSPrimaveraMicrosoft ProjectFull MonteSteelray Project AnalyzerMilestones ProfessionalCrystal Ball@ Risk

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringDefense IndustryAdvanced TechnologyProduct Lifecycle StagesManufacturing Workflows

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise national security and civil/commercial customers on schedule planning, program phasing, and execution strategies to support the successful development and delivery of space systems.
Participate in space system design, acquisition, and program evaluation teams, supporting or leading schedule analysis activities and providing insight into schedule feasibility, critical path drivers, and schedule-related program risks.
Develop and evaluate Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and perform independent schedule estimates and schedule health assessments to assess schedule realism and program execution readiness.
Conduct schedule risk analyses using probabilistic modeling techniques to quantify potential impacts to key program milestones and delivery timelines.
Analyze contractor schedules, proposals, and program documentation to evaluate schedule performance, margin, and programmatic risks, and ensure Aerospace technical quality in terms of completeness, accuracy, and analytical rigor.
Develop and maintain schedule analysis tools, databases, and methodologies, contributing to more efficient and data-driven schedule engineering practices across programs.
Mentor junior staff, support peer reviews of technical products, and develop clear reports and briefings that communicate schedule findings and recommendations to support critical customer decisions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or more in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Economics, or a related quantitative analysis / STEM field
12 years of relevant experience in scheduling and program controls, preferably within the aerospace, defense, or advanced technology industries.
Familiarity with aerospace engineering processes, product lifecycle stages, and manufacturing workflows.
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across corporate staff, peers, management, program offices, customers, and contractors.
Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional scheduling and project control teams, as well as mentoring junior team members.
Hands-on experience developing and managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary program schedules, conducting schedule risk assessments, and developing models.
Proficiency in industry-standard schedule and project management tools (e.g., ACEIT JACS, Primavera, Microsoft Project, Full Monte, Steelray Project Analyzer, Milestones Professional) and standard risk analysis tools (e.g., Crystal Ball, @ Risk).
Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), including the ability to track and report performance metrics (e.g., CPI, SPI, and BAC).
Willingness to travel domestically up to 10%.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect