Program/Master Scheduler

Radar System Replacement Program Scheduler Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected. We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration. At Peraton, you won't just support the mission — you'll define it. The Radar System Replacement Program Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, analyzing, and coordinating the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Radar System Replacement modernization effort. The Scheduler serves as a key integrator across program management, engineering, logistics, field operations, training, vendor coordination, and FAA stakeholder activities to ensure alignment of program milestones, installation sequencing, resource loading, and deployment execution. This position supports a complex national modernization initiative involving multiple vendors, FAA organizations, regional field teams, and installation workstreams. The Scheduler provides schedule visibility, critical path analysis, risk identification, and execution tracking to support program decision-making and customer reporting. Work location: Herndon, VA - Some telework may be allowed. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and update the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Build and maintain detailed schedule logic supporting surveys, installations, testing, and training. Ensure schedule alignment with contract requirements and FAA milestones. Coordinate scheduling activities across regional deployment teams. Synchronize vendor delivery schedules with field installation activities. Track installation readiness criteria and site-specific dependencies. Conduct schedule health assessments and critical path analysis. Provide schedule variance analysis and mitigation recommendations. Generate weekly and monthly schedule reports for leadership and customers. Coordinate schedule integration activities with vendors including RTX and Indra. Support FAA coordination meetings involving TechOps and Engineering Services. Participate in deployment synchronization reviews. Support workforce planning and installation team utilization analysis. Forecast staffing requirements based on deployment tempo. Monitor concurrency impacts across active sites. Support schedule risk identification and mitigation planning. Assist in maintaining schedule configuration control. Participate in change control boards and program review meetings. Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance is required. Bachelors Degree and 12 years of experience, a Masters Degree and 10 years of experience, an Associates Degree and 14 years of experience, or a High School diploma or equivelant and 16 years of experience. Extensive experience in program scheduling or integrated planning. Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience supporting large federal programs or aerospace modernization initiatives. Strong analytical and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting FAA or national airspace modernization programs. Familiarity with radar systems or aviation infrastructure programs. Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles. PMP certification or equivalent program management certification. Integrated planning and scheduling expertise Cross-functional coordination Executive reporting Schedule analytics and forecasting Risk management Team collaboration Peraton Overview: Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. Peraton