Analyst, IT​/Tech, Data Analyst

Position: Schedule Analyst
Overview

Tecolote Research, Inc. is seeking a Schedule Analyst with 3-6 years of relevant experience to support the planning and execution of complex aerospace and government programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience developing, maintaining, and analyzing program/project schedules and will work under minimal supervision to ensure effective schedule performance and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive program and project schedules using established scheduling tools and methodologies.
• Construct and evaluate logic networks, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and WBS dictionaries to ensure schedule accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor the implementation and progress of schedules to ensure alignment with technical and programmatic objectives.
• Regularly update schedules to reflect current project plans, milestones, and resource allocations.
• Analyze schedule performance relative to baseline objectives, identifying risks, delays, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform critical path analysis and conduct "what-if" scenario planning to evaluate the impact of changes and recommend workarounds as needed.
• Provide resource-loaded schedule projections and support integrated planning with cost and risk functions.
• Prepare and deliver routine schedule reports, performance metrics, and schedule variance analyses to project leadership.
• Maintain schedule documentation and archives in accordance with program and customer requirements.

Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree required in the following:
  Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics.
• 3-6 years of applicable experience, with at least 3-4 years in a government or aerospace industry environment.
• Proven experience in project scheduling and schedule analysis within complex programs.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of scheduling concepts such as critical path method (CPM), baseline tracking, and WBS integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with government budgeting and planning processes such as PPBE.
• Experience supporting NASA, DoD, or other federal agencies.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.