Project Scheduler with Security Clearance

Description SAIC is seeking a Project Scheduler to join our team in support of the Precision Fires program in Huntsville, AL. Responsibilities Include: * Create and maintain multiple resource loaded project schedules for a number of projects within the organization, using Microsoft Project (MS Project) and displaying a thorough understanding of scheduling and project management. * Schedules must be updated regularly to meet reporting deadlines, with inputs gathered from a number of sources. * The Scheduler will provide a deep understanding of accepted scheduling techniques using MS Project. * Project Scheduler will be directed by the project management staff, work with functional team leads and task leads to monitor and manage project schedules, resource allocations, life-cycle milestones, and provide weekly status updates. Qualifications Required Education: * Bachelor's degree and three (3) years or more of related experience; Six (6) additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. Clearance Requirements: * Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. Active Secret Clearance preferred; US Citizenship required. Required Skills: * Significant training in project planning and scheduling. * Minimum two (2) years' experience as a Project Scheduler using MS Project. * Must be able to manage multiple, complex project schedules, simultaneously. * Must be proficient with running schedule health assessments and implementing fixes when needed. * Proficient with advanced functions of Microsoft Project. * MS Office experience 2010 or greater is required. * Able to work amicably and effectively with subject matter experts and other technical personnel to resolve scheduling conflicts and effectively research and resolve data conflicts. * Able to coordinate with team leads and/or technical and functional experts to ensure key milestones and dependencies are properly identified and specified. * Able to work efficiently within deadlines to ensure accurate and comprehensive reports including schedule variances are provided within the timeframe needed. * Able to efficiently work independently and in a team as the situation requires. Desired Skills: * Experience with Milestones Professional preferred. * Experience with running DCMA 14-point assessments preferred. * Experience running various "what if" scenarios, and schedule risk assessments preferred. * Experience running variance reports preferred. * Experience working DOD contracts preferred. SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.