Cost Schedule Analyst Associate

Lockheed Martin; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 132,300 - 161,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work & hybrid options

Online discounts program

Variety of leave options

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

A major defense contractor in Adelaide seeks a highly motivated Cost Schedule Analyst Associate to support project cost control systems and assist in preparing budgets and financial reports. The role involves managing risks to ensure projects meet their goals. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of scheduling principles and accounting practices, as well as strong skills in MS Office and relevant software applications.

Qualifications

• Exposure to scheduling and EVM principles, especially Critical Path Method.
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles.
• Computer literacy with the ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret reports.

Responsibilities

• Support cost, schedule, and risk management frameworks for projects.
• Assist in project status reporting and analysis.
• Maintain documentation of project planning and costs.

Skills

Scheduling principles

EVM principles

Accounting knowledge

Report analysis

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Open Plan Professional

Cobra

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At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

About the role:

As a Cost Schedule Associate, you’ll play a vital role in supporting cost control systems and helping keep projects on track and within budget. You’ll assist in preparing budgets, schedules, and financial reports, while learning to identify and manage risks that could impact project timelines and costs. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with contracts, tracking funding, and ensuring project plans align with goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support the establishment and coordination of frameworks and baselines for project cost, schedule and risk for new and existing programs, to facilitate the successful achievement of project objectives
• Assist in the establishment of weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual project rhythms for statusing, analysis and reporting on cost, schedule and risks in alignment with Business and Customer Rhythms and coordinate project adherence
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of approved cost and schedule Project Management Baselines including incorporation of approved baseline changes
• Assist in the development and resource loading of schedules in accordance with established processes, standards, guidelines, health checks and code structures.
• Assist in the incorporation of risk and schedule margin tasks into schedules based on risk registers and Project Managers (PMs)/Cost Account Managers (CAMs) guidance
• Assist in the development and maintenance of control account structures and associated RAMs
• Maintain all documentation and databases with regards to project planning and maintenance, including data trace integrity
• Work with PMs and CAMs to capture actuals, status, Estimated Total Costs (ETCs) and review risks and updates to the project risk and opportunity register in accordance with the projects business rhythm

About you:

• Exposure to principles, concepts, practices and standards of scheduling and EVM principles, in particular, Critical Path Method and Baseline Control
• Knowledge of and/or exposure to accounting and budgeting principles
• Computer literacy with an ability to prepare, analyse, and interpret reports
• Intermediate skills and experience in the use of MS Office and other relevant software packages and applications (Open Plan Professional, Cobra, etc.)

How we reward and support you:

When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.

• Flexible work & Hybrid work options
• Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
• A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
• Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
• Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

Special Requirements:

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Finance, and Other

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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