Sr. Program Control Analyst

Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP; York (York County); On-site; USD 73,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor seeks a Senior Program Controls Analyst to support large-scale artillery programs for the U.S. Army. This role involves integrating financial data, aiding program management, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and extensive experience in program finance and management systems. Offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position promises a significant impact on national security initiatives.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

disability coverage

life and accident insurance

paid holidays and time off

employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Program Controls / Program Finance experience.
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Administer contractual and internal requirements for CAM areas.
• Provide project control support throughout the program lifecycle.
• Ensure integration of data for performance measurement.

Skills

Program Management

Program Controls

Earned Value Management

Risk Management

Financial Management

Cost Estimating

Configuration Management

Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Program Controls/Program Management certification (PMP, CAPM, etc.)

Tools

Deltek Cobra

Deltek OpenPlan

Microsoft Project

Oracle

Job description

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Program Controls Analyst to join its organization supporting the directorate's Artillery Full Rate Production (FRP) program.
The Artillery program's current Production portfolio includes ongoing contractual work as well as a near term new contract; each contract is/expected to be large-scale multi-year efforts in support of the U.S. Army.
These programs are based in the design, development, production, support, sustainment, maintenance, modernization and upgrades to Artillery armored combat vehicles with operations in multiple US sites.

Responsibilities:

• Administer the contractual and internal requirements to support Control Account Manager (CAM) areas.
• Work within the Program Control Finance team and related groups, such as Scheduling, to integrate internal/external data for their respective CAM area(s) for reporting in the Performance Measurement System.
• Provide tactical and strategic Project Control support to guide the Program Managers, CAMs, Finance Managers, and other key stakeholders to be a broad spectrum Full Business Partner in the program lifecycle: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closeout.
• Support data flows between the Program Controls function, Performance Measurement System, and other Business Systems including Accounting, Financial, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Management and Acquisition System (MMAS), and other systems
• Ensure proper reconciliation and integration of data to produce information, metrics, and reports.
• Report on the technical work planned, work accomplishment, resources deployed, and dollars spent or forecasted using Program Control tools in alignment with Program Management methodologies, Program Control principles, and hands-on experience with planning and cost processing software.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline with 4+ years of Program Controls / Program Finance / Program Management experience or equivalent education/experience
• Experience working with Program Management, Program Controls, Program Finance, and/or Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts and processes in a Government contracting environment
• Demonstrated ability to support program managers and their control account managers with the use and maintenance of program controls systems and metrics/reporting
• Demonstrated ability to support the development of resource loaded baselines and execution to baseline budgets including but not limited to schedule status, performance recognition, incurred cost management, cost estimate forecasting, variance analysis, and change control
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, including working in a programmatically matrixed organizational environment with the skill to develop and implement new processes and procedures
• Effectively able to communicate and work with both technical and non-technical staff
• Willingness to work additional hours beyond the normal work day as occasionally required to meet deadlines
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite with particular efficiency using Microsoft Excel
• Able to support travel domestically and internationally

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment or other large Federal Agency, specifically fast paced environments with contractual or internally mandated Program Controls requirements
• Experience in related fields of Risk Management, Financial Management, Cost Estimating, Configuration Management/Engineering, or Operations
• Experience operating in a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) environment, specifically MIL-Std 881
• Familiarity with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), ANSI-748-D, EVMIG, and NDIA Intent Guides
• Experience in Program Control Engine and reporting software, specifically Deltek Cobra and wInsight
• Experience in Scheduling software, specifically Deltek OpenPlan or Microsoft Project
• Experience in Accounting System of Record software, specifically Oracle
• Experience with Manufacturing/Supply Chain Requirements Planning Systems (ERP/MRP)
• Program Controls/Program Management or other professional certification(s) (PMP, CAPM, EVP, CPA, etc.)
• Experience implementing Program Control Systems
• Experience with EVMS Site Validations, Joint Surveillance Audits, System Surveillance Reviews
• Experience with Integrated Baseline Reviews

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $73778 - $125422

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.