- Location
- Eglin AFB, FL, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Clearance
- Required
- Source
- Workday
Description
The Range Scheduler supports the 96th Operations Support Squadron in planning and coordinating range resources for multiple DoD departments, Air Force Major Commands, and a wide variety of developmental and operational test units. This role is critical to enabling the development and testing of new capabilities for the U.S. Air Force in a dynamic, high-tempo environment. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, motivated, and capable of managing
complex schedules to ensure safe and efficient mission execution.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
*Must hold an active Secret Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required*
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline and 3-10 years of experience, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong computer proficiency with advanced organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities, including professional radio communication skills.
- Strong listening skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to drive continuous improvement of scheduling processes, tools, and templates to support accurate reporting and strategic decision-making.
- Familiarity with industry best practices and emerging trends in scheduling.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- 3+ years’ experience scheduling missions or range resources.
- Prior experience in Department of Defense organizations.
- Working knowledge of 96 TW Information Systems, particularly the Center Scheduling Enterprise (CSE).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with the development and management of the Eglin Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) test and training mission schedule.
- Provide schedule management support for MRTFB test, training, and exercise programs, including program planning, mission prioritization, range resource assignments, and mission execution.
- Use the Center Scheduling Enterprise (CSE) system to deconflict and schedule missions requiring land ranges, restricted/warning airspace, and other test and training resources.
- Conduct critical path and risk analyses, including “what-if” scenario planning to mitigate delays and maximize efficiency.
- Integrate 100+ daily mission submittals into a consolidated schedule that optimizes resource use while minimizing conflicts.
- Communicate with personnel from the USAF, US Navy, US Army, AFRL, other DoD/non-DoD agencies, and commercial test organizations to provide scheduling assistance and resolve conflicts.
- Participate in mission planning meetings and briefings, providing insight on high-priority events, resource limitations, and scheduling challenges.
- Support Test Engineers and Mission Submitters in developing accurate and valid mission submittals prior to deadlines.
- Maintain documentation of range usage, mission change requests, and scheduling records for reporting and planning purposes.
Skills
Negotiation