Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst 3
Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst 3's for a contract opportunity in Elkridge, MD.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Basic Requirements for Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:
• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 6 or more years of finance experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree in related field and 2 years of experience; or Masters' degree in related field with 0 year of experience.
• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel and MS Power Point).
• Ability to extract, compile, document and analyze data.
• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills.
• Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format.
Basic Requirements for Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:
• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 9 or more years of finance experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree in related field and 5 years of experience; or Master' degree in related field with 3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel, and MS Power Point).
• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills.
• Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format.
• Must be able to work onsite in Elkton, MD.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• As a Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst/ Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting our strategic and space related business programs. This position will work very closely with program management, operational leaders, and internal and external customers.
• Responsible for the preparation of budgets and schedules for contract work and financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Performs data gathering and analysis to ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, preparation of expenditure projections, and submittal of timely requests for additional funding to the government. Aides in incorporating contractual changes into control systems to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
• Responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following tasks:
• Setting up cost control systems, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system.
• Preparing budgets for contract work and performing and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
• Preparing and analyzing financial reports and communicate recommendations to management in a clear, organized summary.
• Working with the program team to integrate project cost with scheduled activity.
• Providing monthly / quarterly reporting and analysis to support business processes.
• Assist in planning and forecasting program financial performance. Prepare future strategic plans.
• Serving as a resource to management in understanding results by reporting and investigating variances.
• Analyzing business processes and making recommendations to improve process efficiency and support continuous improvement.
• Identifying potential profit impacts to programs, and making recommendations for mitigation and improving profit margin.
• Preparing and tracking key performance metrics to direct management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Prior team participation experience (professional/community/extracurricular).
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups.
• Aerospace and/or DoD intern/working experience.
• Knowledge of Earned value management systems (EVMS).
• Experience executing programs with contractual EVMS requirements.
• Prior Experience with Deltek financial applications (CostPoint, Cobra, OpenPlan, PM Compass).
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
School must be accredited.
WORK HOURS:
Full time 9/80 workweek. 1st shift. Preferred Onsite but open to hybrid. 8am-4pm, M-Th.
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Job Location: Elkridge, MD
Rate: Up to $110.20 DOE
Duration: 6 months
Input Date: 09/15/2025
Last Updated: 09/15/2025
Attention: Silmese Graves
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: sgraves@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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