Program Planner/Scheduler | Melbourne, FL

Program Planner/Scheduler Location Fully Onsite – Melbourne, Florida Employment Type Full-Time Consultant About IMS Intra Management Solutions (IMS) is a trusted provider of program management, integrated scheduling, earned value management, and strategic business solutions supporting aerospace, defense, and federal organizations. Our experienced professionals help clients successfully execute complex programs through innovative planning, scheduling, and project controls expertise. Position Overview IMS is seeking experienced Program Planners/Schedulers to support a leading aerospace and defense client in Melbourne, Florida. This position is fully onsite and requires candidates to work at the client’s Melbourne facility. The ideal candidate brings planning and scheduling experience, experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and the ability to coordinate integrated plans and schedules across Finance, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams. This role supports the development, integration, and analysis of program schedules to identify risks, resolve scheduling conflicts, and provide actionable performance insights to program leadership. An active U.S. government security clearance is mandatory. Key Responsibilities Integrated Program Planning & Scheduling Prepare, develop, coordinate, and maintain the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to support program objectivesEnsure program plans and schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated across functional organizations, including Finance, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, and QualityCoordinate schedule inputs, dependencies, and milestones across program teamsSupport planning activities and schedule reviews to maintain alignment with program requirements and delivery commitments Schedule Analysis & Risk Management Track program plans and schedules, assess progress, and identify performance variancesPerform schedule risk analysis and identify potential impacts to program milestones and completion datesIdentify and resolve critical path issues, network logic conflicts, and scheduling constraintsSupport mitigation and recovery planning to address schedule risks and performance concerns Performance Reporting & Cross-Functional Collaboration Use Gantt charts, PERT charts, milestone charts, earned value management, and other project management techniques to assess program progressPrepare schedule reports and communicate performance trends, risks, and areas requiring interventionPartner with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling issues and support informed program decisionsProvide program leadership with timely, accurate schedule information to help focus attention on critical activities Scheduling Tools & Systems Support program planning, schedule maintenance, and analysis using Microsoft ProjectUse Microsoft Office applications to analyze schedule data, prepare reports, and communicate program status Required Qualifications U.S. citizenship requiredActive U.S. government security clearanceEducation and relevant experience in business, finance, accounting, program controls, or a related industry field, meeting one of the following combinations:Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant experienceMaster’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experienceAssociate degree with at least 7 years of relevant experienceHigh school diploma or GED with at least 9 years of relevant experiencePlanning and scheduling experienceExperience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft ProjectStrong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skillsAbility to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teamsAvailability to work fully onsite in Melbourne, Florida Preferred Qualifications Experience in the aerospace or defense industrySchedule management experience and hands-on proficiency with Microsoft ProjectExperience working in a Microsoft Project Server environmentExcel macro development and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) skillsExperience with Deltek CobraExperience with Deltek Acumen RiskKnowledge of Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) schedule health metrics What IMS Offers Competitive compensationA generous benefits package, including employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for the employeeOpportunity to support high-visibility aerospace and defense programsProfessional growth and career developmentExposure to complex program planning, scheduling, and performance management Apply Today If you are an experienced planning and scheduling professional who enjoys solving complex scheduling challenges and supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs, we encourage you to apply and become part of the IMS team.