Senior Master Scheduler

Company Overview:

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We’re Looking For:

Iridium is seeking a Senior Master Scheduler to support a complex multi-phased U.S Government contract. As a Senior Master Scheduler, you will be expected to be an expert in all aspects of schedule creation, maintenance, management, and analysis in order to  provide valuable and critical insights to the Program Manager. As a Senior Master Scheduler, you will be required to support multiple interrelated efforts that feed into one common operational goal. You will also be required to work   independently and within a cross-functional team consisting of both dedicated and matrixed resources.  If you are an expert in the field of scheulding and have 5 recent years of experience working in the defense industry with a minumum of 10 years direct scheduling experience, then you will be excited about the Senior Master Scheduler opening with Iridium on our Space Development Agency (SDA) program. You will thrive in this role if you are detail oriented, have the ability to see the big picture, conduct true schedule analysis, and possess Earned Value Management expertise.

This position requires an active/current Top Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

What You’ll Do:

• Develop the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP), and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Lead cross functional team members in the definition of project tasks, establish task durations, define relationships, impose constraints, collect weekly status, and resource load the schedule
• Perform DCMA 14-point assessment, critical path analysis, and Monte Carlo schedule risk assessment
• Perform Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs) to test the validity and feasibility of the IMSs
• Design and implement WBS coding structures and IMP/ IMS coding structure
• Define methodology and approach for implementing giver/receivers
• Conduct data-driven analysis on cost & schedule variances and support Program Managers & Control Account Managers with variance explanations
• Provide insights into how changes in the schedule may affect resource requirements and budget allocations
• Forecast future schedule trends based on historical data and current performance
• Develop tier-one schedule (one pager), tier-two schedules, and master schedule from a single database using Microsoft Project
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigation
• Assess the impact of changes or modifications to the program scope on the schedule
• Provide recommendations on how changes may affect timelines and what adjustments are needed
• Play a key role in early identification of potential issues or trends that may impact the program's success
• Develop process, procedures, and strategy for implementing scheduling best practices
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior team members

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical major or related field
• 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably within the Aerospace or Telecommunications fields
• Expertise using Microsoft Project and add-on software such as OnePager Pro, SSI Tools and audit software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues clearly and confidently, and recognize and adapt to different communication techniques
• Can easily build meaningful relationships with others, including senior leadership outside of your own department, and is comfortable providing constructive feedback to your team members and management
• Be able to analyze a situation or problem, generate effective solutions, and see those solutions through to completion
• Must possess the creativity and resourcefulness needed to make reliable decisions and determine methods on new assignments
• Can thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks and managing shifting priorities
• Be proactive in sharing knowledge you’ve learned with others

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification
• Knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) practices
• Earned Value Management (EVM) certification

We’ll also need you to:

• Be able to travel up to 15%
• Be a US citizen

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse and printer. For meetings in-person, this position will need to be able stand, walk within the office and climb stairs on occasion.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.