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Program Controls Analyst Senior Principal

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Hybrid
Boulder, CO
119K-202K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Boulder, CO
119K-202K Annually
Senior level
Supports aerospace program controls through cost and schedule integration, financial reporting, baseline management, budget and schedule analysis, earned value management, funding and labor forecasting, sales and cost estimating, and ETC/EAC development. Prepares cost proposals, organizes data for program reviews, presents financial and schedule information, and mentors program controls staff while coordinating with program and functional managers.
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Job Description
Working as a Program Controls Analyst at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-tech team of people developing innovative products for the Aerospace and Defense industry. You will be responsible for cost and schedule integration on programs in the Space Systems Business Area. Tasks are performed under the general direction of program managers and functional managers, plus mentoring of senior Program Controls staff.
The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.
What You'll Do:
  • Support the Program Controls functions on aerospace programs within the Space Systems (SS) organization. Tasks are performed under the general direction of program managers and functional managers, plus mentoring of senior Program Controls staff.
  • Generate financial reporting packages across several program portfolios.
  • Baseline development and maintenance, performance management and estimate at complete development and analysis.
  • Implement, monitor, report and analyze program budget and/or schedule.
  • Perform earned value management including implementation, maintenance, reporting and analysis.
  • Organize cost and/or schedule data for monthly/quarterly program reviews.
  • Prepare and monitor funding plans and labor forecast plans.
  • Compile and analyze Sales Forecast data and cost estimating data.
  • Prepare ETC/EAC estimates from program staff input.
  • Generate cost proposals in accordance with company processes, policies, and government regulations.
  • Participate in presentations and group discussions at internal and external financial/schedule meetings.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 8 or more years related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • Solid knowledge and proven experience in utilizing business principles, concepts, practices, and standards.
  • Solid communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work in a team setting, coordinating group initiatives in order to bring a project to completion.
  • Positive attitude and be willing to take initiative.
  • Solid MS Excel skills, along with other MS Office Products.
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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with earned value management.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870
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, Inc.
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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

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