Program Financial Analyst III (Project Planning & Controls / Earned Value Management)

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.

S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies.

If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC .

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.

S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies.

If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC .

This position is responsible for program controls and cost management activities related to the full implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM).

The PFA will interface with the program managers, functional management, cost account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet program requirements.

The core responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Apply Earned Value Management concepts in working with federal government contracts, budget process, and funding management.
• Establish and maintainprogram performance management baseline (PMB), ensure compliance, and support change management activities.
• Establish and maintain cost forecast, validateaccuracy, andassist in financial analyses such as variance analysis and quarterly Estimates atComplete (EAC).
• Support month-end close activities required to maintainan accurate PMB.
• Analyze and interpret Earned Value metrics.
• Advise Control Account Managers (CAMs) in performing variance analysis and preparing internal and external status reports.
• Participate in key program management activities in support of EVM including Risk & Opportunity Management, Corrective Action, Initial Baseline Review (IBR), and Program Management Reviews (PMRs).

Must-haves :

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study & typically 5 years of relevant experienceA higher level degree may substitute for experienceRelated experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and self-manage a multitasked workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse work teams.
• Capability to communicate and present financial data to other functions and leadership. Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Working knowledge of FAR / DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations.
• Experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry or other government regulated industry.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management software (Deltek Cobra, Empower), and self-service analytics (PowerBI).
• Advanced Excel proficiency (including pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Preferred :

Experience with CostPoint, IBM Cognos software (or another similar software) database software.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors.

SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies.

Estimated Starting Salary Range : $79,264.96 - $108,989.32. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education / training / certifications.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and .

IMPORTANT NOTICE :

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.

S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants.

Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.

S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation.

We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs.

If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination.

Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.