Control Account Manager (CAM)-Program Manager

sierraspace; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a Program Manager I to lead a program with responsibility for cost, schedule and technical performance. You will manage planning, execution, and resources, using EVMS, CAM, and learning & development programs to improve outcomes.

The role focuses on control accounts with IPTs and portfolio elements valued under $50M. Strong collaboration with engineering, finance, supply chain and operations is required, along with communication of risks and status to stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher PM experience with demonstrated EVMS/controls competence.
• Experience leading programs with cost, schedule, and technical performance accountability.
• Strong collaboration across engineering, finance, supply chain, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain control account plans in accordance with contracts.
• Monitor project performance using earned value metrics.
• Prepare and analyze variance reports, identifying cost/schedule variances.
• Forecast project costs and schedules based on performance data.
• Collaborate with project managers, functional managers, and technical leads.
• Lead regular status reviews with stakeholders to communicate financial health.
• Implement corrective actions to address performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with IPTs and CAMs to manage cost, risk, schedule, and performance.

Skills

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Program Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Budgeting

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

EVMS

CAM

FAR

CAS

Job description

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Program Manager I is responsible for leading a program and has overall responsibility and authority for that program/contract's cost, schedule, and technical performance. This role involves comprehensive program planning, execution, and resource management to ensure successful program outcomes. They will have a proven record of successful program management execution, in-depth knowledge across all facets of program management, and proficiency in financial and performance metrics analysis. The Program Manager I will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives and develop and initiate Learning & Development programs. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, stay updated with the latest industry trends, and contribute to the continuous improvement of program management processes.

This role will specifically focus as the Control Account Manager (CAM) and oversee financial planning, tracking, and analysis of designated control accounts within our organization. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in earned value management (EVM) and project controls.

In this role, you will lead a program and have overall responsibility and authority for its cost, schedule, and technical performance, while being accountable for a program, Integrated Product Team (IPT), or portfolio of programs valued at less than $50M. You will manage and integrate multiple project outputs, handle program-level risks and issues, and ensure budget, schedule, and execution remain within contractual requirements. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets, monitoring performance, and implementing corrective actions as needed to meet objectives. You will leverage program management training in EVMS, CAM, BOE, FAR, and CAS, as well as advanced project management methodologies and tools, to ensure program success. Additionally, you will analyze financial and performance metrics to drive decisions and improvements, collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, finance, supply chain, and operations, and communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and team members. You will prepare and deliver effective reports and presentations, ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements, and foster strong relationships with external customers and stakeholders. Furthermore, you will develop and initiate Learning & Development programs to enhance team capabilities, apply problem-solving skills to address challenges, and lead a single program, an IPT, or a portfolio of programs. Development Program Managers should have a strong technical background or engineering degree, while Sustaining Program Managers require technical acumen but may not need an engineering degree. This role involves external customer-facing, end-to-end responsibility.

About You

Our 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.

Role Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain control account plans in accordance with company policies and contractual requirements
• Monitor project performance against established baselines using earned value metrics
• Prepare and analyze variance reports, identifying root causes of cost and schedule deviations
• Forecast project costs and schedules based on current performance data
• Collaborate with project managers, functional managers, and technical leads to ensure accurate planning and reporting
• Lead regular status reviews with stakeholders to communicate project financial health
• Implement corrective actions to address performance issues
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and contract requirements
• Work closely with the programs' Technical, Scheduling and Risk Leads and other CAMs to ensure cost, risk, schedule, and performanc