About the RoleThe Sr Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst - Earned Value, is responsible for leading the planning and scheduling efforts for complex programs and projects. This role involves performing detailed analyses and preparing comprehensive reports to ensure that programs are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. The analyst will also lead the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work and perform
financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
Additionally, the analyst ensures adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and directing the preparation of
contractual changes into control systems. This role requires recent experience in leading teams both formally and informally.
About YouOur mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.
We're looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the planning and scheduling efforts for complex programs and projects.
- Perform detailed analyses and prepare comprehensive reports to ensure that programs are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines.
- Lead the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work.
- Perform financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
- Ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures.
- Direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems.
- Stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
- Lead and mentor team members, providing guidance and support as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:- Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field (or a Master's degree with 3+ years of experience).
- Typically 5+ years of related experience.
- Experience with management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical roles in business, program, or operations management.
- Experience in a finance-related position such as Financial Operations, Cost Management, Schedule
- Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts, or Procurement Financial Analysis.
- Experience collecting data from several sources, performing analysis, and communicating data.
- Experience with advanced features in Excel (i.e., Pivot Tables, Vlookups, etc.).
- Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools.
- Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, labor rate composition.
Preferred Qualifications:- Strong understanding of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles.
- Knowledge of EVM metrics (CPI, SPI, CV, SV, BAC, EAC, VAC, TCPI)
- Proficiency with EVM tools and software (Deltek Cobra, MS Project).
- Experience with cost estimation and forecasting techniques
- Experience in variance analysis and communication (Root Cause, Impact, Corrective Action).
- Experience with government contracts (particularly defense/aerospace).
- Familiarity with ANSI/EIA-748 EVMS Guidelines.
- Experience with Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
- Experience with Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) deliverable.
- Experience with Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR) deliverable.
- Advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- Certification: PMP, CPA, or CFA.
- Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale projects or programs.
- Strong presentation skills and experience presenting to senior management.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
- Experience in a leadership role within a finance or program management team.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.
Compensation:Pay Range:
$116,697.00 - $160,457.25
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
