Project Scheduler

The role

The Project Scheduler will support the development of space-to-space power beaming spacecraft and the Star Catcher Network. This person will analyze, plan, and execute the design and implementation of systems or components used on spacecraft, satellites, and other space-related technologies.

What you will do

• Develop, build, and maintain integrated project schedules from project initiation through closeout.
• Perform critical path analysis to identify activities that drive project completion and highlight schedule risk.
• Analyze schedule variances and delays, determine root causes, and recommend recovery strategies.
• Evaluate the schedule impact of proposed scope changes, change orders, and unforeseen events.
• Facilitate planning activities, including system schedule generation, updates, resource coordination, and change management.
• Collaborate with project leadership, technical teams, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Interface with suppliers, contract manufacturers, launch providers, and customers.
• Maintain project documentation, records, and reporting systems.
• Prepare and present program status updates, technical documentation, resource forecasts, and executive-level reports.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting project planning, scheduling, cost control, or project management activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, Asana, Agile, or equivalent platforms.

Nice to have

• Experience with project or product development within aerospace, defense, robotics, or other high-technology industries.
• Experience supporting spacecraft, launch vehicle, satellite, payload, or ground systems programs.
• Familiarity with NASA, DoD, FAA, or commercial space industry standards and regulations.
• PMP or similar project/program management certification.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave

Before you apply

• All offers of employment are contingent upon results of a thorough background check.
• Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.
• To conform to ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from t

About the company

Star Catcher is building the first energy grid in space to power the orbital economy. The company is building technology to wirelessly beam energy to spacecraft's existing solar panels.