Microsoft Project Scheduler/Functional Analyst

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA MD Fort Detrick - 1430 Veterans Dr. (MDC204)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ183831

Type of Requisition:
Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:
NACLC (T3)

Job Family:
Functional Experts

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Communication, Microsoft Project, Project Scheduling
Certifications:

Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Microsoft Project Scheduler/Functional Analyst supporting the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity (USAMMDA) to assist our Government client in the transition of products from the science and technology community, through advanced development, and into sustainment of fielded medical products, devices, equipment, and systems used on the battlefield. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on a Microsoft Project Scheduler/ Functional Analyst joining our team and utilizing their Microsoft Project expertise to assist with project planning/portfolio management for the modernization, advanced development, testing, fielding and deployment phases of the acquisition life cycle for devices, equipment, and systems used on the battlefield.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Work with Project/Product Managers, Logistics Managers, other Engineers, and End-Users to provide Life Cycle support for multiple medical and non-medical products, programs, and systems.
• Develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMSs) in support of multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Working Groups.
• Create and manage resource loaded project plans to enable accurate performance tracking cost and funding forecasting and anticipate staffing and logistics requirements.
• Identify and track key program milestone events, contract deliverables, program reviews, integration activities, document contract changes and additions, and training requirements.
• Assist with project metrics to support each project and program with an integrated view of risks to enable early risk recognition, mitigation, and resolution.
• Assist project managers with shaping WBSs/IPSs to meet mission needs; including performance of Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) analysis to determine critical path and determine best case, worst case, and most probable schedule.
• Assist Project Managers with maintaining current schedules including hands-on development of layered schedules and plans demonstrating how a program is progressing and will meet requirements and objectives.
• Apply experience in project management, engineering management, DoD acquisition or other comparable experience as well as knowledge of DoD acquisition milestones, decision points, and staffing processes to develop WBSs and project plans using MS Project.
• Participate in IPTs, working groups, and other meetings including preparing meeting agendas and minutes, managing participation, and tracking action items.
• Prepare and maintain project management schedules, Gantt charts, and action item lists for assigned programs according to project management best practices and DoD guidelines to monitor program progress.
• Assist with management of the lifecycle of medical products and assemblages (Sets, Kits, and Outfits (SKOs)), to include fielding and sustainment.
• Participate in special projects as required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related technical/scientific discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience
• Required Experience: 5+ years' work experience and at least 3 years of related project scheduling experience, utilizing Microsoft Project
• Required Technical Skills: Experience planning, coordinating, and integrating within a schedule; Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Project experience; Experience, knowledge and the ability to execute using Microsoft Office Suite, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Microsoft Outlook
• Security Clearance Level: Must have a minimum of T3 suitability (Secret accepted)
• Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent communication, writing, organizational and project management skills; Be proactive and able to work independently to engage with the Product Managers; Ability to successfully communicate with personnel at various echelons using effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Preferred Skills: Knowledge of military/Army medical devices/systems and 2-3 years' experience in Federal contracting, government or military environment
• Location: Hybrid -within driving distance of Ft. Detrick (2 days in the office)
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $69,722 - $116,438. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid

Work Location:
USA MD Fort Detrick

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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