Senior Scheduler - FAA Programs at NIRA in Washington, DC

ExperiencedHybridFull-timeWashington, DC$140k–$140k/yr

Job Description

NIRA Inc.

NIRA Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler with a background in construction or system integration to support Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) program planning and execution. This position will develop and maintain integrated schedules, coordinate inputs from government and contractor teams, and help program leadership understand progress, dependencies, and schedule risks.

We are looking for someone who can build schedules from the ground up, work independently, and turn evolving program information into practical plans.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain integrated master schedules covering program planning, acquisition, engineering, construction, system integration, testing, implementation, and operational transition, as applicable.
Work with government leads, technical teams, and contractor partners to define activities, milestones, durations, dependencies, and responsible parties.
Integrate schedules from multiple teams and vendors, resolve conflicting dates and assumptions, and maintain a coordinated program schedule.
Maintain schedule baselines, incorporate approved changes, and track actual progress and forecast completion dates against planned milestones.
Analyze critical and near-critical paths, schedule float, and emerging delays; explain their effects on downstream activities and program milestones.
Evaluate schedule scenarios and work with the team on mitigation and recovery options, considering resource availability and external dependencies.
Facilitate schedule reviews, follow up with activity owners, validate progress updates, and raise issues that require management attention.
Review schedule quality, including activity sequencing, logic, constraints, and completeness; document key assumptions and resolve inconsistencies.
Prepare clear schedule reports, milestone summaries, look-ahead plans, and briefings for government and NIRA leadership.

Required Qualifications

At least 12 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience developing and managing project schedules.
Experience developing and managing schedules for construction or system integration projects, including sequencing work, coordinating contractor inputs, and managing dependencies between project phases.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or comparable scheduling software.
Strong understanding of critical path scheduling, work breakdown structures, schedule baselines, dependency analysis, and forecasting.
Experience coordinating schedule inputs across multiple organizations and communicating risks and recommendations clearly.
Strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to take initiative and work independently as requirements evolve.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting FAA programs and familiarity with the FAA Acquisition Management System and program decision milestones.
Experience performing schedule risk analysis for complex technical or government programs.
A relevant degree in engineering, business, project management, or a related field; professional scheduling certification is a plus.