Senior Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

Join North Wind - Accelerating National Advantage 

At North Wind, we are advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical components, supporting every phase of hypersonic programs - from R&D to flight testing, if you are passionate about pushing technological boundaries in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join us.

Position Summary:

As a Senior Scheduler , you will personally build, maintain, and defend the Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex programs including the North Wind Aerospace & Hypersonic Research and Test Complex (AHRTC). This is a hands-on role requiring advanced technical scheduling expertise and the ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams. You will translate complex logic into clear delivery roadmaps and provide the predictive analysis necessary to avoid "surprises."

Responsibilities:

• Hands-on Schedule Execution:  Develop, status, and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), ensuring technical logic and horizontal/vertical integration.
• AHRTC Schedule Support:  As a senior scheduler in support of the AHRTC program, you will collaborate with the other members of the scheduler team to meet the evolving needs of the program over its lifecycle.
• Critical Path & Risk Analysis:  Conduct critical path analysis and perform Monte Carlo Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) to provide accurate predictive forecasting.
• Support Standard Implementation:  Ensure compliance with the "Gold Standard" for schedule health (DCMA 14-Point or equivalent) and support the implementation of the Baseline Change Request (BCR) process.
• Support Performance Analysis:  Maintain status of resource loaded IMS to support cost and schedule performance using Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Technical Mastery:  Support "What-if" modeling and delay analysis to Program Managers, transforming data into actionable strategy.

Preferred Education / Experience:

• Experience: 5+ years in Project Controls, Program Management, or Scheduling or related field.
• Technical Expertise:  Mastery of Critical Path Method (CPM) logic and experience managing complex Integrated Master Schedules ($50M+ portfolio size).
• Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. 

More flexibility. More balance. More time for what matters. Our team members enjoy the option of a hybrid work environment and the ability to have a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off: providing greater flexibility while supporting both professional success and personal well-being.

This position is eligible for telework:  Remote Candidates must be available to travel to the company's Saint Paul, MN office approximately once per month for in-person meetings and business needs.

North Wind is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. North Wind supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. North Wind is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.