About Us

At SoarTech, we recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an essential force-multiplier for humans. Since our founding in 1998, our core mission has been to solve the most sophisticated problems faced by the military by supporting our warfighters with advanced AI solutions. Our technologies are developed to learn and adapt to new data and situations effectively and efficiently. We combine leading experts in research and engineering to develop unique, impactful solutions that save time, money, and lives.

SoarTech is growing and we are looking for individuals interested in helping research, develop, and implement AI technology.

Job Description

The Project Scheduler will work across SoarTech projects helping maintain and support Program Management Office (PMO) operations. Candidates for this role are highly skilled in Microsoft (MS) Projects and its capabilities. This position will manage complex schedules and workflows in MS Projects, and partner with Program Managers, Scientists, and Engineers to ensure program execution. This position will embrace and represent the SoarTech Core Values (Innovative, Honest, Customer Focused, Respectful, Integrity and People) in all aspects of their duties and responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Working with Program Managers, Scientist, Engineers, and Financial Analyst utilizing MS Project to establish an integrated master schedule (IMS), manage schedule status, perform critical path analysis, and slack management, perform schedule analysis & metrics, and communicate clearly to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and develop contingency plans as needed.
• Monitor and control project progress, identifying and addressing deviations from the project plan.
• Collaborate with program managers, team members, and stakeholders to ensure project deliverables meet quality and scope requirements.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and status reports.
• Working with PMO teammates to support development of common tools, processes and training related to schedule development, integration, analysis, and maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills and Experience

• Advanced knowledge of MS Suite of tools specifically MS Project & Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a technical, business, military, or U.S. Government Contractor environment.
• Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile frameworks.
• Ability to solve problems creatively.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and best practices.
• Experience with assisting & coordinating technical projects through the full life cycle.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical Path Analysis and Slack Management.
• Variance Analysis.
• EVMS Concepts including Analysis and Corrective Actions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) Security Clearance. 

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

• An advanced degree in computer science, business, or a related field.
• Schedule risk analysis.
• Risk and opportunity management.
• Manpower planning.
• Familiar with work breakdown structure.
• Certified from PMI as a PMI-SP (PMI Scheduling Professional) or equivalent.
• An active Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel for work.