Castelion · 22 hours ago
Program Master Scheduler
Castelion is innovating in defense development by focusing on rapid design cycles and modern manufacturing strategies. The Program Master Scheduler will oversee integrated master schedules for hypersonic weapons development, ensuring timely execution across various engineering and manufacturing teams.
AerospaceGovernmentManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
Responsibilities
Integrated Master Scheduling: Build and maintain end-to-end schedules from early design through full-rate production and fielding of hypersonic weapon systems
Critical Path Management: Identify dependencies, risks, and recovery options to keep programs aligned with contractual commitments and customer milestones
Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with engineering leads, program managers, and operations teams to ensure schedule accuracy and timely updates
Data-Driven Insights: Develop tools, dashboards, and reports that provide real-time visibility to leadership and government customers
Process Improvement: Gain deep understanding of Castelion's engineering and manufacturing workflows to drive schedule fidelity and continuous improvement
Rapid Response: Lead high-tempo reviews, update schedules in response to evolving priorities, and escalate risks before they become blockers
Customer Interface: Provide schedule briefings and status updates to U.S. Government stakeholders, supporting formal reviews and contractual reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in engineering, operations management, business, or a related technical field
3+ years of experience in project planning, integrated master scheduling, or operations engineering
Proficiency with Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Primavera, or comparable scheduling tools
Strong grasp of critical-path analysis, risk assessment, and work breakdown structures
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Exceptional attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication skills
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Experience with first-of-a-kind engineering projects or defense hardware production
Familiarity with hypersonic or missile-system development life cycles
Background in government acquisition programs and contractual reporting (e.g., CDRLs, IMS)
Experience integrating third-party schedules and external supplier data into a master plan
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
Benefits
Long-term stock incentives
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance
Four weeks of paid time off per year
Company
Castelion
Castelion is a defense tech company that applies modern hardware development and manufacturing processes to national security challenges.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$469.61MKey Investors
Lightspeed Venture PartnersSilicon Valley BankAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-05Series B· $350M
2025-01-29Series A· $70M
2025-01-29Debt Financing· $30M
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