Program Scheduler, Senior

Project Scheduler, Senior

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Project Scheduler, Senior located in Kettering, OH (Dayton, WPAFB) to support our EPASS GB contract.

As a Project Scheduler, Senior your duties will include the following but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage a comprehensive Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) aligned with DoWI 5000.75 for BCAT I business system programs.
• Translate functional capability planning (capability drops, MVPs, and functional increments) into actionable schedule artifacts integrated with Agile delivery timelines.
• Ensure IMS supports capability delivery planning, system implementation, and decision support processes including Functional Requirements Evaluation, Functional Sponsor approval, and Business Capability Lifecycle (BCL) events.
• Coordinate with Functional Leads, Product Owners, Scrum Teams, and government stakeholders to reflect accurate sprint/increment timelines, dependencies, and delivery milestones.
• Produce IMS technical outputs including:
• GANTT charts
• Network logic diagrams
• Critical path analysis and risk-adjusted timelines
• Integrate Agile constructs (sprints, backlogs, epics/features) with BCAT reporting structures to ensure traceability of business outcomes to schedule milestones.
• Align scheduling efforts with documentation and events required by DoWI 5000.75, including:
• Capability Needs Statement (CNS)
• Business Case Analysis (BCA)
• Acquisition Strategy and Implementation Plans
• Support cross-functional schedule integration across cybersecurity, testing, functional governance, and enterprise architecture.
• Facilitate schedule reviews and deliver updates to Air Force PMOs, Functional Sponsor organizations, and oversight bodies (e.g., SAF/AQ, SAF/CN).
• Analyze schedule performance trends and provide recommendations for corrective actions to keep programs aligned with defined cost, schedule, and capability goals.
• Support the preparation of artifacts required for BCL governance reviews, including Functional Capability Boards (FCBs) and Milestone Decision Authority (MDA) briefings.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Advanced Degree (MA/MS) in Business Administration, Management Information Systems or other relevant discipline and 10 years of experience, 5 of which must be in the DoW, or
• BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Management Information Systems or other relevant discipline and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoW, or,
• 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications, 8 of which must be in the DoW.
• Possesses the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered highly skilled in their technical/professional field.
• Possesses the ability to perform tasks independently and oversee the efforts of junior and journeyman contractor personnel within the technical/professional discipline.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures, and practices in their area of expertise (Program Office, Enterprise and Staff Level Support interface).
• Demonstrated experience with BCAT I or other major business system programs
• Expertise in Microsoft Project, including master-subproject linking, critical path tracking, and baseline analysis
• Deep understanding of DoWI 5000.75, business capability acquisition lifecycle, and governance artifact
• Strong working knowledge of Agile and Dev Sec Ops  delivery models, especially as applied in DoW environments
• Proven ability to translate Agile roadmaps and backlog priorities into integrated schedules
• Must have and maintain an active Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Agilist certifications desired.
• Must be proficient with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Project, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Knowledge and proficiency with MS Project is required for this position
• Must be familiar with using MS Teams and MS SharePoint for project collaboration
• Experience with managing Air Force Risk Management process in support of the acquisition process
• A working understanding of Agile Development
• Prior experience supporting Air Force PMOs, AFLCMC, or SAF-level business system programs
• Prior experience with DoW Acquisition programs under DoW 5000.02 or 5000.75 policy
• Familiarity with Atlassian Tools;
  Jira and Confluence

Schedule:

(M-F; 8-5)

Work Location:

Onsite at Kettering, OH

Travel: