Strategic Cost & Schedule Analyst for DoD Programs

Program Cost And Schedule AnalystFor over 40 years, Aero Simulation, Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B-1 Training Systems (Air Force), E-2D Training Systems (Navy), CH-53E Training Devices (USMC), IMOMS (Coast Guard), Navigation, Seamanship, Shiphandling Trainer NSST (Navy). To learn more about ASI visit Programs Aero Simulation, Inc.In addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we offer a flexible work environment, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, industry competitive compensation, and superior benefits to include medical, dental, 401k and more!The purpose of this position is to define and develop comprehensive project plans and schedules that address project requirements and reflect team inputs. During project execution coordinate project status information, schedule update and reporting to management and our customers. Coordinate internal functional group, subcontractor and vendor milestones. Analyze project performance to identify project risks and opportunities. Serve as an integral member of the Program Management Office, working across multiple projects and programs. The Program Cost and Schedule Analyst will interface with the Program Managers, functional management, and Cost Account Managers (CAMs) to provide financial support and analysis to meet program requirements.Responsibilities:Budget baseline developmentCost risk analysis/assessmentPreparation of cost reportsPreparation and/or review of performance measurement variance analysisDevelopment and analysis of estimates to completeSupport the preparation and coordination of financial forecasting and reportingPerform cost assessments to identify and mitigate program risksProactively engage with Program Management, Group Leaders and Functional Managers to measure progress and to identify resource constraints that may impact key project milestonesCommunicate with Customer and Subcontractor peers on schedule related mattersWork with proposal teams to develop a project road map identifying the work to be completed, deadlines for completing key milestones and identify critical resources that will be required to execute a project successfullyUpon contract award, the CSA will act as a coordinator, assembling information from the project team into a cohesive schedule. This includes developing schedule logic, testing the logic to ensure it represents a common-sense approach for executing the program and asking the right questions to identify all external and internal dependenciesDuring the execution of each project, the CSA will maintain the Integrated Master Schedule and advise the program team on risks, opportunities and trends that may impact cost/schedule performanceThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications:Experience using Deltek COBRA and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) is requiredExperience in a business analyst or technical position, preferably in a DoD and Government contracting environmentExperience developing detailed schedules in Microsoft ProjectProficient in the use of Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Microsoft ExcelExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English are requiredExperience developing, managing and forecasting corporate indirect ratesExperience developing, managing and forecasting corporate cash flowCandidate must be able to work in a team environment, or independently, as necessary, and be a self-starter who can develop comprehensive and logical plans effectively and efficiently, based upon multiple inputsMust be detailed oriented, ensuring accuracy in work productsAbility to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customersAbility to adapt communication style and messaging to different audiencesAbility to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, ensuring stakeholder expectations are managed appropriatelyAbility to work in a project-oriented, fast paced environment to meet deadlinesEducation:Associate of Science in Business, Financial Management or Technical Field (Entry)Bachelor of Science Degree in Business, Financial Management or Technical Field (Mid-Senior)U.S. Citizenship Required: As a federal contractor supporting the U.S. warfighter, it is required that all employees in this role be United States citizens in compliance with government contract and security requirements.Background Check: Must be able to successfully pass an initial background screening.Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. The selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, as required by the position.Work Schedule Flexibility: Occasional overtime and alternate shifts may be required to meet customer schedules, critical deadlines, or program milestones.Travel Requirements: Must be able and willing to travel domestically and, on occasion, internationally to customer sites, partner locations, or project meetings in support of contract objectives.Drug-Free Workplace: ASI maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants and employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with company policy.All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all background checks, security clearance requirements, and drug-screening results.Typically, employees sit comfortably to do their work, interspersed by brief periods of standing, walking, bending carrying papers and books, and extensive periods requiring the use of computer terminals to accomplish work objectives.Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business.Must be travel via car and airplane.Required to sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard.Required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator.Work is primarily performed in an office environment consisting of offices and cubicles with low to moderate noise and bright or dim lighting.Noise level may be increased if conducting work in the manufacturing area.The work is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.The nature of the work requires a high degree of teamwork and cooperation with other members of the staff as well as external customers.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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