
DEFCON AI helps logistics and mobility operators make better operational decisions and respond to disruptions. It uses artificial intelligence, mathematical optimization, modeling and simulation, and…

DEFCON AI helps logistics and mobility operators make better operational decisions and respond to disruptions. It uses artificial intelligence, mathematical optimization, modeling and simulation, and…
Founded: 2022
Product: AI-driven modeling, simulation, and optimization software for logistics and mobility
Recent funding: $44M seed (Aug 20, 2024) led by Bessemer Venture Partners
Headquarters: Tysons/McLean, Virginia area
Logistics and mobility planning under disruption and contested environments; supply chain resilience and operational decision support.
2022
Software Development
$44,000,000
Participation from Red Cell Partners and Fifth Growth Fund; company reported having earned approximately $15M in government contracts
“Bessemer Venture Partners led a $44M seed; participation from Red Cell Partners and Fifth Growth Fund”
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About Defcon Ai RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF DISRUPTION. DEFCON AI is an insights company that leverages artificial intelligence, mathematical optimization, data analytics, and software engineering for resilient optimization of complex systems.
In today's dynamically changing world, DEFCON AI's technology aligns outcomes with operational goals, better decision making, and empowers customers to anticipate assess, and mitigate the impacts of disruptions.
About The Role We are seeking a Master Scheduler to establish and own scheduling discipline across complex software programs that span commercial Agile development and government/defense contracts .
This role is responsible for building, maintaining, and evolving Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) that accurately reflect program scope, dependencies, vendor integrations, milestones, and contractual deliverables. You will serve as a key development partner and educator , helping teams understand how large, industry standard programs plan, measure progress, and communicate status in ways that government customers value.
This is not a project coordinator role. The position operates at the program level, emphasizing strategic planning and cross-functional alignment across engineering, delivery, and government execution.
Key Responsibilities Integrated Master Scheduling (Primary Focus)
Develop, maintain, and own Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex software programs
Translate program requirements, statements of work, and technical scope into executable schedules with clear dependencies and critical paths
Agile + Defense Delivery Integration
Government Contracts & Deliverables
Support defense contracts by mapping:
Requirements
Deliverables
Reviews
Vendor & Cross Program Integration
Integrate schedules across:
Internal development teams
External vendors and subcontractors
Customer provided dependencies
Ensure handoffs, dependencies, and integration points are explicitly captured and tracked
Act as the single source of truth for program timelines
Tools, Standards & Enablement
Own or help select the IMS tooling strategy (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent)
Establish scheduling standards, conventions, and best practices
Educate teams on:
How large programs use IMS tools
Why certain structures and artifacts matter
How to use schedules to make decisions (not just report status)
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in program scheduling, program planning, or large‑scale project delivery
Demonstrated experience building and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules for complex programs
Preferred Qualifications
Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar IMS platforms, and associated ecosystems
Experience supporting DoD or federal acquisition programs
Familiarity with:
What Success Looks Like
Why This Role Is Unique
What We Offer:
Salary Range: $100,000-$150,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer: You'll receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Applicant Data Disclosure By submitting an application, you acknowledge that Defcon AI uses third-party service providers to facilitate its recruitment and hiring processes. These providers include applicant tracking systems, candidate verification platforms, and fraud detection tools (collectively, "Hiring Platforms"). Your application materials, including your résumé, cover letter, work samples, responses to application questions, and any other information you submit, may be transmitted to and processed by these Hiring Platforms for the following purposes:
Applications that are flagged through this process as containing indicators of fraud or material misrepresentation may be declined from further consideration. If you have questions about the status of your application or the evaluation process, please contact recruiting@defconai.com. Defcon AI requires its Hiring Platform providers to process your information solely for the purposes described above and in accordance with applicable law. Your information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes and any applicable legal obligations, after which it will be deleted in accordance with Defcon AI's data retention policies. For more information about how your data is used, please refer to our Privacy Policy and Applicant Privacy Notice .
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Maintain schedule realism across:
Agile software development
Multi‑vendor integrations
Multi-sub-contractor integrations
Government driven milestones and reviews
Identify schedule risks, resource constraints, and dependency conflicts early and communicate them clearly to leadership
Artifacts
Timelines into an integrated, traceable schedule
Partner with program leadership to ensure schedules support compliance, audits, and customer reporting expectations
Help teams anticipate what government customers look for in schedule credibility and execution discipline
Strong background supporting large commercial Agile software development efforts
Experience working with:
Multiple vendors
Cross‑functional engineering teams
Complex dependency networks
Experience supporting government or defense contracts, including understanding of deliverables, milestones, and reporting expectations
Requirements traceability
Milestone driven delivery models
Government reviews and reporting artifacts
Active or prior DoD security clearance
Experience educating or coaching teams on program planning best practices