Senior Program Controls Analyst

Job Title: Senior Program Controls Analyst

Location: Dallas, TX (Zip: 75248)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Compensation: $120,000 – $145,000 per year + Benefits
 

 

About the Organization

Our client is a specialized leader in the Defense Contracting & Aerospace Engineering domain. They provide critical technical solutions and signal analysis support for national security missions. Dedicated to mission success, they serve various U.S. government agencies by delivering advanced analytical services, engineering support, and rigorous program controls in a high-stakes, mission-critical environment.

Role Overview

As a Senior Program Controls Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting program execution by working closely with Program Management, Engineering, and Finance teams. You will be responsible for sector-level program reporting, analyzing complex performance data, and providing actionable insights to leadership to drive decision-making and ensure successful program delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• EVM Leadership: Apply advanced Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to track and manage program performance, cost, and schedule execution.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze program financial/performance data to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Contractual Reporting: Prepare and submit data for CDRLs, status reports, and Earned Value reports (Formats 1–5).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with PMO staff and Engineering teams to manage budgets, labor resources, and resource allocation.
• Strategic Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership and support proposal development and cost estimation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in Program Controls (PCA) or equivalent roles.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of EVM principles and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Clearance: TS/SCI clearance preferred. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Skillset: Proven ability to support development programs and engineering labor programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: Prior experience supporting proposal development and cost estimation is highly desired.