Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (18205)

About the role

The selected person will establish, configure, and maintain a compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and associated cost-schedule control infrastructure. They will apply EVMS principles and performance-measurement-baseline concepts across multiple control accounts within the Integrated Product Team, ensuring accurate cost-schedule integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and sustain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and associated budgeting/scheduling data, incorporating contractual changes and baseline adjustments.
• Prepare and present internal and external variance-analysis reports, including budget-baseline, funding forecasts, cost-risk assessments, and ETC/EAC estimates for senior leadership and government stakeholders.
• Operate SAP (or equivalent ERP) and Earned Value software (e.g., Deltek Cobra/MPM) to generate hands-on cost-performance data and support decision-making.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address cost and schedule uncertainties.
• Design and implement moderate-to-complex process improvements and new reporting methods based on variance and trend analysis.
• Interface regularly with program managers, functional managers, and Cost Account Managers to provide financial insight, support funding requests, and resolve cost-schedule issues.
• Perform multiple high-visibility assignments under general supervision, meet critical schedule commitments, and proactively flag potential problems to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 5 years of Business, Finance, Accounting, Cost Accounting and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience, a Masters degree with 3 years of experience, a PhD and 1 year of experience.
• A HS Diploma (or equivalent) with 9yrs experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated experience with SAP, SAP Business Warehouse, Deltek Cobra/MPM, or comparable ERP/Earned Value Management tools.
• Proven ability to prepare and present briefings to senior-level internal and external customers and to produce high-quality analytical reports.
• 1+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 5 years of Business, Finance, Accounting, Cost Accounting and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience, a Masters degree with 3 years of experience, a PhD and 1 year of experience.
• A HS Diploma (or equivalent) with 9yrs experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated experience with SAP, SAP Business Warehouse, Deltek Cobra/MPM, or comparable ERP/Earned Value Management tools.
• Proven ability to prepare and present briefings to senior-level internal and external customers and to produce high-quality analytical reports.
• 1+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
• Military experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Pay

$81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Schedule

9/80