Senior Control Account Manager - Defense Programs

QinetiQ US; Lorton (VA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking a Super Control Account Manager to oversee multiple control accounts, ensuring alignment between cost, schedule, and technical performance, and driving program execution in compliance with contractual requirements.

The SCAM delivers defense programs on time and within budget through high-level controls, IMS planning, EVM processes, and cross-functional collaboration. Hybrid in Lorton, VA or remote (per program) with up to 25% travel; TS/SCI clearance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Program Management, Science, or similar.
• 8+ years in program controls, cost/schedule management on defense or government programs.
• Strong EVMS knowledge and tools experience (MS Project, Primavera P6, Deltek Cobra).

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple control accounts from baseline planning through execution.
• Develop time-phased budgets and IMS aligned with the baseline.
• Lead EVM processes, metrics, and reporting in compliance with ANSI/EIA-748 and DCMA.
• Coordinate with PMO, program managers, and finance for integrated execution.
• Support IBRs, JSRs, and audits; identify risks and drive mitigations.

Skills

EVMS knowledge

IMS tools (MS Project, Primavera P6,  

ERP systems

Financial forecasting

Executive communication

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Program Management, Science, or similar

Master’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Program Management, Science, or similar

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Cobra

ERP systems

Job description

QinetiQ US is seeking a Super Control Account Manager to oversee multiple control accounts, ensuring alignment between cost, schedule, and technical performance, and driving program execution in compliance with contractual requirements.

The SCAM delivers defense programs on time and within budget through high-level controls, IMS planning, EVM processes, and cross-functional collaboration. Hybrid in Lorton, VA or remote (per program) with up to 25% travel; TS/SCI clearance required.