Space Program Analyst 3: EVMS & PMO Specialist

Astrion; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Program Analyst 3 to support NASA CPSS II and the Artemis program initiatives at the NASA AMES Research Center. This full-time role emphasizes program controls, EVM, and performance reporting to drive decision-making and execution excellence.

Responsibilities include monitoring status, maintaining PMB, developing dashboards, and supporting PPBE budgeting. Applicants should have a business/defense background and strong communication skills for leadership briefings.

Qualifications

• BS/BA.
• 7–12 years of applicable experience, or 5–7 years in government or aerospace.
• Experience supporting PMO operations, project controls, business management, or program analysis.
• Working knowledge of EVM principles and ANSI/EIA-748 guidelines.
• Experience supporting PMB development and maintenance.
• Experience performing EVM analysis, variance analysis, and performance reporting.
• Familiarity with PPBE processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience using Deltek Cobra, Empower, or similar project controls software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex program data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze program status daily to ensure alignment with objectives, schedules, budgets, and performance goals.
• Provide ongoing support to the PMO in project controls, business management, and program execution.
• Collect, validate, analyze, and maintain program data to support informed decision-making and executive reporting.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze program performance metrics, dashboards, and reports to identify trends and risks.
• Support PPBE activities, including budget planning, execution tracking, and financial analysis.
• Perform business management tasks as assigned by the Program Manager.
• Support EVM processes within program and project environments.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining the PMB per requirements and standards.
• Lead or support IBRs, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and EVM best practices.
• Analyze EVM data, identify variances, evaluate trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and present program status reports and executive briefings to leadership.
• Utilize EVM and project controls software (Deltek Cobra, Empower, etc.).
• Collaborate with program managers, finance, engineers, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Identify process improvements to enhance performance and reporting accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA

Tools

Deltek Cobra

Empower

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Power BI

Job description

Astrion is seeking a Program Analyst 3 to support NASA CPSS II and the Artemis program initiatives at the NASA AMES Research Center. This full-time role emphasizes program controls, EVM, and performance reporting to drive decision-making and execution excellence.

Responsibilities include monitoring status, maintaining PMB, developing dashboards, and supporting PPBE budgeting. Applicants should have a business/defense background and strong communication skills for leadership briefings.