Akima

Hardware Training Device (HTD) Control Account Manager (CAM)

Akima$88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a Control Account Manager role or similar position focused on EVMS-based programs.
  • Proven track record of managing subcontractors and evaluating subcontractor EV data.
  • Solid technical knowledge of hardware and software training devices and simulation integration.
  • Experience with Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) and compliance assessments involving DCMA.
  • Exceptional communication abilities for engaging with both internal teams and external customers.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, project management, or a related technical field.
  • U.S. Citizenship and eligibility to secure a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance of subcontractors and control accounts.
  • Review and evaluate subcontractor schedules, budgets, and EV data for compliance.
  • Align scope, schedule, and budget for hardware and software integration activities.
  • Conduct earned value measurements and variance analysis implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EAC) using EVM practices.
  • Develop and update Control Account Plans (CAPs) and associated documentation.
  • Support technical risk management and integration planning across hardware and software domains.
  • Engage in technical reviews and customer meetings including DCMA surveillance activities.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model allowing flexibility between remote and in-office work.
  • Opportunity to engage with government clients and stakeholders in the defense sector.
  • Potential for professional growth in a crucial project management role within the military simulation field.
Full Job Description
The Hardware Training Device (HTD) Control Account Manager (CAM) is responsible for managing cost, schedule, technical scope, and performance for assigned subcontractor HTD control accounts that include both hardware device development and software simulation integration activities.

This mid-level CAM role requires strong earned value management (EVM) experience, solid technical understanding of simulation-based training systems, and effective coordination across internal teams, subcontractors, and government customers including DCMA. The CAM ensures disciplined execution, proactive variance management, and compliance with EVMS requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance for major subcontractors and assigned control accounts.
  • Review subcontractor schedules, budgets, deliverables, integration milestones, and EV data and ensure data meets contractual and EVMS requirements.
  • Ensure scope, schedule, and budget alignment across hardware and software simulation integration activities.
  • Perform earned value measurement (EV), cost and schedule variance analysis, and develop corrective action plans when needed.
  • Maintain accurate Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EAC) using disciplined EVM practices.
  • Develop, maintain, and update Control Account Plans (CAPs), work packages, planning packages, and associated documentation.
  • Support integration planning, technical risk identification, and mitigation across hardware/software boundaries.
  • Participate in technical reviews related to trainers, simulations, concurrency upgrades, and device readiness events.
  • Participate in customer meetings, including DCMA reviews, surveillance activities, and EVM compliance assessments.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience as a Control Account Manager or similar role supporting EVMS-based programs.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and analyzing subcontractor EV data.
  • Technical background sufficient to understand hardware and software training devices, simulation systems, and integration workflows.
  • Experience participating in IBRs, DCMA surveillance reviews, or other compliance activities.
  • Strong communication skills for both internal and external/customer-facing interactions.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, project management, or related technical field.
  • Must be a US Citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Experience
  • Work within DoD, USAF, USN, or other government simulation/training system programs.
  • Experience with trainer device development, system integration, or hardware/software concurrency upgrades.
  • Familiarity with IMS development or schedule analysis tools.

Job ID

2026-25496
Work Type

Hybrid

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