Planning Scheduling Analyst IV

The Program Controls Analyst ensures disciplined planning, execution, and performance visibility across complex, regulated programs. This role provides the analytical backbone for cost, schedule, and baseline integrity—supporting compliant Earned Value Management (EVM), accurate performance reporting, and proactive decision‑making. The analyst partners with CAMs, schedulers, finance, and program leadership to maintain a reliable Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB), monitor variances, and uphold internal and customer requirements including EIA‑748 and DCMA DECM. By delivering timely, accurate, and auditable data, the Program Controls Analyst strengthens program predictability, supports contractual compliance, and enables informed program leadership actions.

• Maintain cost, schedule, and baseline data in EVM and planning tools.

• Assist CAMs with baseline planning, work package setup, and change control.

• Collect and validate actuals, earned value, and schedule status each reporting cycle.

• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of variance analysis.

• Generate recurring program reports (IPMDAR/IPMR, variance narratives, logs, metrics).

• Support compliance with EIA-748, DCMA guidelines, and internal surveillance.

• Assist Control account managers with ETC/EAC updates and forecasting activities.

• Integrate subcontractor cost/schedule data into program reporting.

• Participate in PMRs, IBR prep, and cross functional coordination meetings.

• Maintain accurate, auditable documentation supporting program controls processes.

REQUIRED:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Project Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

- 1–5 years of experience in program controls, project analysis, finance, scheduling, or related analytical roles.

- Foundational understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts (BCWS/BCWP/ACWP, variances, indices).

- Proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) and comfort working with large data sets.

- Ability to interpret technical schedules, cost data, and performance metrics.

- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to produce accurate, auditable work.

- Effective communication skills — able to translate data into clear, actionable insights for CAMs and leadership.

- Ability to work in a fast paced, compliance driven environment with fixed deadlines.

PREFERRED:

• Experience with EVM tools such as Cobra, Empower, OpenPlan, Primavera, MS Project, or similar.

• Exposure to DCMA EVMS guidelines, IPMDAR/IPMR reporting, or DoD/FAA/NASA program environments.

• Familiarity with risk management, subcontractor integration, or configuration/change control.

• Experience supporting IBRs, surveillance reviews, or PMRs.

• Understanding of WBS, OBS, control accounts, work packages, and resource planning.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

The salary range for this position is $118,600 - $177,800