Senior Program Performance Management Analyst

Saab, Inc.; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Earned Value Cost and Schedule PPM Analyst to support our growing organization. This remote-friendly role focuses on developing baselines, analyzing performance, and ensuring EVMS compliance across multiple programs.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in technical or government contracting environments, with expertise in EVM, IMS/IMP development, and integrated scheduling. Strong leadership and cross-location collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in a business, engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years' experience in a technical, business, military professional or U.S. Government Contractor environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of program cost and schedule baselines within contract parameters.
• Analyze program performance (historical and predictive) and monitor EAC.
• Provide SME guidance to program teams on PPM tools and processes.
• Integrate subcontractor and material cost/schedules into program data.
• Advanced analysis in EAC, Management Reserve, Risk and Opportunity Management.
• Prepare and present program review documents to senior leadership.
• Reconcile program data with the latest contract modifications.
• Define requirements to solve common business problems.
• Foster trust and teamwork across multiple locations.
• Interface with IPT leads and PMs across locations.
• Demonstrate EVMS compliance through audits.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Support other programs during critical time frames.
• Work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Coordinate and ensure timely program deliverables.
• Lead development of IMP and IMS to meet objectives.
• Apply advanced schedule techniques to drive proactive decisions.
• Ensure major projects are integrated and network logic is resolved.
• Create and analyze program milestone charts.
• Create and manage WBS, IMP, IMS for proposals.

Skills

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Deltek Cobra

Scheduling Data

Manpower

EVMS

Proposal Systems

IMP/IMS Development

Critical Path Analysis

Slack Management

Variance Analysis

EVMS Concepts

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Open Plan Scheduling Software

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Saab, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Earned Value Cost and Schedule PPM Analyst (Program Performance Management Analyst) to support our rapidly growing organization. This position is eligible for full-time remote.

Responsibilities include

• The analyst will lead the development of the program cost and/or schedule baselines within the contract parameters, the analysis of program performance (historical and predictive), the monitoring of the contract/program Estimate at Complete while reviewing results with and making recommendations to program teams.
• Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in the guidance and mentoring of program teams and Program Performance Management (PPM) staff in program management tools and processes.
• Leads a program team in the development of the time‑phased budget integrated with the IMS to meet all contract and program objectives.
• Integrates subcontractor and material cost and schedules data into program data.
• Advanced analysis in the contract/program Estimate at Complete (EAC), Management Reserve, Risk and Opportunity Management.
• Prepares and presents accurate and timely program review documents to senior leadership.
• Reconciles program data with the latest contract modifications.
• Defines requirements to solve common business problems.
• Fosters an environment of trust and teamwork: build collaborative relationships internally and externally.
• Interfaces with multiple IPT leads and PMs across multiple geographic locations.
• Demonstrates EVMS compliance through audits.
• Communicates professionally and effectively with team members and customers.
• Supports other programs with expertise during critical time frames.
• Works on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Responsible for coordination and accuracy of timely program deliverables.
• Acts as change agent, challenges the status quo.
• Leads the development of the detailed IMP and IMS to meet all contract and program objectives and supports the integration of cost and schedule data.
• Ensures advanced schedule techniques (health and quality checks, resource loading, critical path analysis, and risk analysis) are applied effectively to drive proactive decisions.
• Ensures major projects and program schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated and resolves network logic conflicts.
• Creates and analyzes program milestone charts.
• Creates and manages WBS, IMP, and IMS for proposals.

Typical Salary Range

$90,000 - $112,500 for our Syracuse, NY, New York Remote, Orlando, FL, and Remote Florida locations. $108,000-$135,000 for our Washington, DC Remote, Quincy, MA, locations.

Skills and Experience:

Required Experience:

• BA/BS degree in a business, engineering or related discipline
• 8+ years' experience in a technical, business, military professional or U.S. Government Contractor environment.

Required Skills:

• MS Project, MS Office Suite, Deltek Cobra, Integrating Scheduling Data with Manpower, EVMS, and Proposal Support Systems
• IMP/IMS Development and Maintenance on DoD programs with EVM requirements
• Critical Path Analysis and Slack Management
• Variance Analysis
• EVMS Concepts including Analysis and Corrective Actions
• Ability to Function at a Positive & High Level in a Team Environment

Desired Skills:

• Schedule Risk Analysis
• Risk and Opportunity Management
• Open Plan Scheduling Software

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug‑free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work‑life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays

• 401(k) with employer contributions

• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance

• Wellness and employee assistance resources

• Employee stock purchase opportunities

• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affiantive Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.