Senior Space Program Planning & Control Lead

sierraspace; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a Sr Program Planning Scheduling & Control Analyst to lead planning and scheduling for complex programs, ensuring alignment with budgets and government cost controls. The role involves detailed analyses, reporting, and funding management to keep programs on baseline.

Mentoring team members and driving data-driven decisions are key aspects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with DoD contracting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is typically required; Master’s with 3+ years is common.
• 5+ years of related experience preferred.
• Experience in management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative roles in business or operations mgmt.
• Experience in finance-related roles: financial ops, cost management, scheduling, accounting, estimating, contracts or procurement analysis.
• Data collection from multiple sources, performing analyses, and communicating results.
• Advanced Excel features and strong business analytics skills with data tools.
• Knowledge of DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and scheduling for complex programs and projects.
• Prepare budgets and schedules for all contract work and perform financial analyses.
• Maintain funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analyses.
• Ensure adequate funding by tracking expenditures and updating control systems.
• Lead and mentor team members to ensure effective execution of responsibilities.

Skills

Excel advanced (Pivot Tables, Vlookup)

Data analysis

Financial analysis

Program management

DoD contracting knowledge

Data communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree (3+ years experience)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Sierra Space is seeking a Sr Program Planning Scheduling & Control Analyst to lead planning and scheduling for complex programs, ensuring alignment with budgets and government cost controls. The role involves detailed analyses, reporting, and funding management to keep programs on baseline.

Mentoring team members and driving data-driven decisions are key aspects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with DoD contracting.