Program Control Analyst (Aeroworks)

Colsa-5; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA is seeking a Program Control Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, cost and schedule performance, and program reporting for UAS programs in Madison, Alabama. The role collaborates with leadership and cross-functional teams to drive informed decisions.

The candidate will monitor costs and schedules, develop financial projections, and deliver reports and dashboards to program leadership. A background in accounting, finance, or program management is preferred, with strong Excel skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 5–8 years of direct experience in accounting, program controls, or related functions.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and program performance reporting.
• Experience with aerospace/UAS manufacturing programs preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency with Excel and MS Office; ability to work across teams.

Responsibilities

• Supports budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and performance monitoring for programs.
• Develops and maintains budgets, forecasts, and resource plans in coordination with teams.
• Monitors costs, schedules, and performance; identifies trends and risks.
• Tracks labor, materials, and other costs to support planning and analysis.
• Prepares status reports, dashboards, and performance presentations for leadership.
• Collaborates across program, business, technical, and operational teams to gather data.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost tracking

Financial analysis

Program reporting

Analytical thinking

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

IBM Cognos

Excel

Job description

COLSA is seeking a Program Control Analyst to support the planning, management, and execution of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) programs for Aeroworks operations in Madison, Alabama. This position works closely with program leadership and functional teams across COLSA in the areas of budgeting, forecasting, cost and schedule performance, resource planning, financial and operational analysis, and program reporting to support informed business and program decisions. This position reports to the Director, Uncrewed Systems.

• Supports program leadership with program planning, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, resource planning, and performance monitoring.
• Supports the development and maintenance of program budgets, forecasts, financial projections, resource plans, and other program planning information in coordination with appropriate functional teams.
• Monitors program costs, schedules, and performance against established plans and identifies trends, variances, risks, and areas requiring attention.
• Monitors labor, materials, equipment, travel, purchasing, and other program costs and resource requirements to support program planning and performance analysis.
• Tracks program schedules, milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and other key planning information to support program execution and performance reporting.
• Analyzes financial and operational data to support program planning, forecasting, resource management, and performance analysis.
• Develops and maintains program status reports, financial reports, metrics, dashboards, presentations, and other performance information for program and company leadership.
• Works collaboratively across program, business, technical, and operational teams to obtain and analyze information needed to support program planning and execution.
• Maintains accurate program data, planning information, and reporting tools in accordance with established company processes and procedures.
• Provides program leadership with timely analysis of cost, schedule, resource, and performance information, including trends, risks, and potential impacts, to support planning and informed decision-making.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits

Required Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, Program Management, Operations, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of direct experience in accounting, program controls, project controls, program finance, financial analysis, program management support, business operations, or a related function.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, financial analysis, scheduling, and program performance reporting.
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, or UAS manufacturing programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational information, identify trends and issues, and translate information into practical insights for program leadership.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, IBM Cognos, or similar financial, ERP, or business reporting systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple and changing priorities, and effectively coordinate across program, technical, operational, and business functions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate financial and program information.
• Must be able to successfully complete a criminal background check prior to employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Accounting or Finance major.
• Experience developing program metrics, dashboards, and management-level reporting.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, evolving program environment requiring collaboration across financial, operational, and technical functions.

Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Salary Type

Annually

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.