Full-Time

Principal/Program Master Scheduler

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Epirus

Epirus

51-200 employees

Develops directed energy systems for defense

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$94.5k - $158.4kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Carson, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
JIRA
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience as a program planner/scheduler
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, management, or a related discipline
  • A minimum of 1 years of experience working with MS Project
  • Must have excellent communication skills to be able to pass the necessary information to both customers and employees
  • Possess an intermediate level of understanding of integrated schedules and industry standards as well as working knowledge of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) artifacts such as: Control Account Plans (CAP), Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Organizational Breakdown Structures (OBS), Basis of Estimates (BOE), EVM, and JIRA
  • Must be able to work in a team environment cordially and effectively, as well as having the ability to lead a team if required to
  • Must be able to make use of different database programs, especially Microsoft Excel
  • 8+ years of experience as a program planner/scheduler (for Level 4)
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience working with MS Project (for Level 4)
  • Must possess at least a basic knowledge of project/program management activities (for Level 4)
  • PMP Certification (preferred)
Responsibilities
  • Prepare, develop, and coordinate the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to meet all program objectives and ensure program schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated.
  • Implements scheduling best practices as prescribed by industry standards IPMR DI-MGMT-81861.
  • Organize a production schedule daily and ensure that every output (level) is recorded appropriately in the correct system.
  • Be able to integrate CSV to feed the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
  • Refine messaging strategies and collaborate with key stakeholders.
  • Be able to implement early EVMS practices.
  • Make sure schedules are given to employees in a timely fashion and that any distortions in the company’s schedule are accounted for always.
  • Understand and Interpret Contract changes as well as impacts to project/program schedules.
  • Conduct strategic modeling and “what-if” scenario planning to support decision-making and inform investment and program priorities.
  • Help build a resource forecast to provide to leadership.
  • Maintain different reporting systems to make sure that all forms of documentation are accurate and also timely, and be prepared to deliver presentations or brief status.

Epirus focuses on developing directed energy systems and power management solutions, primarily for the defense and commercial power sectors. Its main product, the Leonidas system, is a high-power microwave solution that effectively neutralizes electronic threats, especially drones. The system has undergone extensive testing to ensure its precision and reliability. What sets Epirus apart from competitors is its strategic partnerships with major defense contractors, like Northrop Grumman, which enhance its credibility and market reach. The company's goal is to provide advanced EMP capabilities and maintain a steady revenue stream through product sales and long-term contracts.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$286.3M

Headquarters

Hawthorne, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

-18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for counter-drone technologies boosts interest in Epirus's Leonidas system.
  • Partnership with L3Harris opens new market opportunities in integrated defense solutions.
  • U.S. Navy's interest in HPM technology suggests expansion into naval defense applications.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from Raytheon and Lockheed Martin could challenge Epirus's market share.
  • Rapid drone technology advancements may outpace current capabilities of the Leonidas system.
  • Potential regulatory changes in defense sector could impact Epirus's market access.

What makes Epirus unique

  • Epirus specializes in solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems for defense applications.
  • The Leonidas system is a high-power microwave solution effective against drone threats.
  • Strategic partnerships with industry giants like Northrop Grumman enhance Epirus's market credibility.

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Benefits

Medical, vision, & dental

HSA & FSA plans

401k

Stock options

Electronics stipend

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

On-site gym

Daily catered lunches & stocked kitchen