Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst II

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match

Job summary

Sierra Space in Colorado is seeking a Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst II to help manage contract costs and schedules under a validated cost scheduling system.

You will prepare budgets, funding profiles, variance analyses, and reports, track expenditures, and ensure funding aligns with contracts. A Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related experience are preferred; advanced Excel and ERP knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Typically 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience in finance/analysis roles in business, program, or operations management.
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs).

Responsibilities

• Analyze costs and schedules for contracts under cost schedule control.
• Prepare budgets, funding profiles, and variance analyses.
• Maintain accurate expenditure records and monitor commitments.
• Produce contractual change documents and ensure baselines.
• Provide financial reporting to stay within negotiated parameters.

Skills

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

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 Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst II participates in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system. This role involves performing analyses and preparing reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. The analyst will also participate in the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work and assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Additionally, the analyst ensures adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and directing the preparation of contractual changes into control systems. In this role, you will participate in the control of costs and schedules for contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system. You will perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts remain within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and comply with government cost control guidelines. You will contribute to the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work, ensuring alignment with organizational and contractual goals. Assisting in financial analyses, such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis, will be a key responsibility. You will ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and monitoring financial commitments. Directing the preparation of contractual changes into control systems, you will ensure these changes are accurately reflected and managed. Additionally, you will stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines, supporting the successful execution of contractual obligations.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
• Typically 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience with management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical roles in business, program, or operations management.
• Experience in a finance-related position such as Financial Operations, Cost Management, Schedule Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts, or Procurement Financial Analysis.
• Experience collecting data from several sources, performing analysis, and communicating data.
• Experience with advanced features in Excel (i.e., Pivot Tables, Vlookups, etc.).
• Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification: CPA, CFA, or PMP.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Proven track record of leading financial projects or teams.
• Strong presentation skills and experience presenting to senior management.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience in a leadership role within a finance or accounting team.
• Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, labor rate composition.

Compensation

Pay Range: $76,388.00 - $105,054.50. Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

About Sierra Space

Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth. Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.