Program Analyst, Integrated Master Scheduler (IMS)

QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting a Senior Program Analyst, Integrated Master Scheduler (IMS) to join our team at APG, MD in support of our customer, Project Manager Intelligence Systems & Analytics (PM IS&A).

Duties
Serve as PM IS&A’s primary Master scheduler for the following:

Schedule Development and Maintenance: Create and maintain comprehensive project schedules that integrate inputs from various teams, ensuring all tasks are aligned and deadlines are met. Define milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and timelines to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Collaboration and Coordination: Close collaboration with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and ensure that all components of the project are well‑coordinated.

Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor project milestones and deliverables. Prepare status reports and conduct schedule analyses to identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Resource Management: Ensure that all required resources, including materials and personnel, are available as per the schedule by forecasting demand and managing inventory levels.

Process Improvement: Refine scheduling systems to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation and reporting systems to ensure compliance with organizational standards and project requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

Detail‑oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Direct experience with development and management of IMS for technical programs. Includes experience with technical program management, scheduling, trade‑off analysis, risk management, supportability, test and evaluation, and requirements.

Required Clearance

ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required and at least twelve (12) years of experience managing government programs. Degree may be in Business, Accounting or related areas of study.

Experience must include eight (8) years of direct experience with verbal and written communication to include presentations and/or briefings to product managers, division chiefs or equivalent grade.

Master’s degree may substitute two (2) years of experience.

Travel
Less than 10% travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations.

Work Environment
This position may be performed in a variety of locations, including but not limited to, commercial and/or government offices, test and integration labs, government facilities and depots, and test & evaluation and proving grounds.

Physical Demands
Physical demands of this position include ability to:

Be independently mobile.

Communicate effectively with co‑workers and customers.

Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.

Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.

Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as glasses/goggles (eyes), ear plugs/muffs (hearing), hard hats, and breathing respirators/masks.

Lift/push/pull objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds.

Withstand exposure to noise from operating equipment.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.

Additional Information
Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Assigned tasks may vary, with or without prior notice, to effectively meet client requirements.

Total Compensation
QED offers a competitive compensation package for full‑time employees. Our total compensation package is value‑based and negotiable depending upon the candidate’s specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

Benefits Include

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability

Professional Growth Opportunities

Additional Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.

QED Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

QED Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmental Action Employer – Minority/Disabled/Veteran/Female

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