Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst I

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the RoleThe Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst I participates in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system. This role involves performing analyses and preparing reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. The analyst will also participate in the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work and assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Additionally, the analyst ensures adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and directing the preparation of contractual changes into control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control 

• system. 

• Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon 

• parameters and government cost control guidelines. 

• Participate in the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work. 

• Assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. 

• Ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures. 

• Direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems. 

• Stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule 

• baselines. 

About You

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.  

 

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree). 

• Typically entry-level 0 - 2 years of experience. 

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports and financial projections. 

• Experience with management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical roles in business, program, or operations management. 

• Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and financial software. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, labor rate composition.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.