Project Scheduler

At Arete, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

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Arete, a leader in advanced technologies and defense innovation, is looking for a Senior Project Scheduler to support mission-critical programs within our Maritime Airborne Systems sector. You'll work closely with program managers, finance, engineering, and operations to build and manage project schedules that drive high-impact deliverables to our U.S. defense customers. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly technical, and mission-driven environment and wants to influence both day-to-day execution and strategic decision-making across multi-functional teams. This position can be based out of our Tucson, AZ or Northridge, CA offices. This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) aligned with IMP, WBS, and SOW requirements.
• Track program milestones, deliverables, and critical paths; provide clear risk-based insights to leadership.
• Lead and participate in schedule reviews, baseline planning, risk assessments, and EVM compliance.
• Perform Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) using Monte Carlo techniques and advanced tools.
• Ensure schedules are fully integrated across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and finance.
• Collaborate with the Program Finance team to ensure EVMS metrics are accurate and schedule informed.
• Present scheduling status and variance analysis to senior leadership and customer stakeholders.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

• Flextime Scheduling
• Bereavement and Medical Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Qualities We Look For

• Creativity
• Integrity
• Passion
• Responsiveness
• Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For:

• Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of scheduling experience, or Graduate Degree with 5+ years of experience, or 12+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in DoD project environments and working knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations.
• Proficiency in scheduling software such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EIA 748-D).
• Familiarity with Planning & Scheduling Excellence Guide (PASEG) v5.0.
• Ability to perform Schedule Risk Analysis and use performance metrics (BEI, CPLI, SPI, etc.).
• Experience integrating subcontractor schedules.
• Active Top-Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Nice to Have:

• Background in airborne, maritime, or ISR defense programs.
• Experience contributing to process improvement and project control standards.
• Strong presentation and communication skills for briefings with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in tools such as SSI and Monte Carlo risk models.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Considerations

Arete is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.

Arete is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

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