Program Control Analyst

X-Bow Systems; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

X-Bow Systems seeks a Program Control Analyst to monitor the financial and schedule performance of projects and ensure they stay on budget, on schedule, and within scope. The role emphasizes Earned Value Management practices where applicable and collaboration with project management and other departments.

The ideal candidate has a track record in project controls, strong Excel skills, and experience with Cost Point. Remote work is allowed with a focus on aerospace/defense program controls.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline with 3+ years of experience in project controls, finance or scheduling.
• Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Cost Point is desirable.
• Support the development/maintenance of the work breakdown structure (WBS) for schedule preparation and cost analysis.
• Track baseline and update financial performance.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and submitting timely funding requests.
• Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) and cost/schedule control tasks; develop and track PMB, work packages, and planning packages.
• Coordinate with departments and program teams to ensure objectives are met within budget.
• Deliver performance metrics, variances, and corrective actions to program and finance leadership; prepare data for IBR/PMR and customer briefings.
• Develop, analyze, and report KPIs to monitor program health.
• Support Project Manager by identifying and mitigating risks and opportunities.
• Assist audits and reviews; ensure compliance to EVMS regulations.

Conocimientos

Excel

WBS

Financial tracking

Schedule planning

EVM awareness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Herramientas

Cost Point

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Program Control Analyst

Location: Remote

Company: X-Bow Systems

Job Description:

X-Bow Systems seeks an experienced and dynamic Program Control Analyst to monitor, analyze, and report on the financial and schedule performance of projects, ensuring they remain on budget, on schedule, and within scope. This role collaborates with project management and other departments as needed to plan, track and report costs and revenues. Ensures the program employs and adheres to Earned Value Management practices where applicable and ensures compliance to related contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation for expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding
• Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) and/or Cost/Schedule Control tasks Manage to work authorizations, develop, maintain, and track performance measurement baselines (PMB), including work packages and planning packages. Perform variance analysis (cost and schedule), root cause analysis, and create Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EAC).
• Project Execution: Coordinate with departments (e.g. Supply Chain, engineering, etc) and program teams to ensure technical objectives are met within budget.
• Reporting & Reviews: Deliver performance metrics, variances (revenue, cost & schedule) & corrective actions to program and finance leadership. Prepare data for Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR), Program Management Reviews (PMR), and customer briefings.
• Performance Metrics: Develop, analyze, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor program health.
• Risk Management: Support Project Manager by Identifying and mitigating risks and opportunities within their assigned account.
• Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, fact-finding and negotiation support. Ensure compliance to EVMS regulations.
• Team Coordination: Act as the focal point for Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), finance, and subcontract administrators to ensure product delivery as it relates to program controls.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline with 3+ years of experience in project controls, finance or scheduling.
• Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Cost Point is desirable.
• Support the development and/or maintenance of the work breakdown structure (WBS) for schedule preparation and cost analysis.
• Track baseline and update financial performance.
• Perform work with minimal supervision, assist in establishing objectives, and be able to plan and schedule financial activities to accomplish objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cost Point familiarity with projects module
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience in aerospace/defense sector
• Familiarity with Government Contracting organization

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.