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Job Title: Program Analyst

Job Code: 18179

Job Location: Phoenix, AZ

Schedule: 1st Shift, Regular 9/80 schedule

Job Description:

Support Program Managers and Project Leads in developing and maintaining comprehensive execution plans within an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) using MS Project. Generate, monitor, and report program metrics and performance data (EVMS and KPI’s). Coordination with the IPT execution team members (across all supporting functional disciplines) to review and analyze program metrics, status, and information.  Assist managers in identification of root cause and developing corrective action plans to address program performance issues and to create high fidelity ETC/EAC forecasts throughout the period of performance. Provide support in the development of fully resource loaded, time-phased and sequenced program schedules with level-loaded resources across the period of performance.  Support program management through administration of Risk and Opportunity Management, Change Control Management, documentation of Lessons Learned, updates and maintenance of the Integrated Program Plan, Program RAIL, deliverables tracking, Recurring cost tracking, issuing and assessment of Work Status Reports, and development and distribution of Program Work Authorizations.

Essential Functions:

Program Metrics and Analysis:

Ensure the validity and accuracy of information within the program IMS supporting the output of high fidelity Earned Value Metrics and KPI’s that reflect the actual program performanceSupport the compiling and assessment of EV performance data and metrics to monitor program health and performance against established baselinesPerform root cause and recommend corrective actions to address identified performance issuesDevelop charts, graphs, and visuals that effectively convey the performance, trends, and forecasts pertaining to program performancePresent and describe program performance information to internal stakeholders and external customersProvide clarification to execution team members and CAM’s as-needed, relative to the meaning of program metrics and performance data

Scheduling:

Develop time-phased, resource loaded, sequenced, budget allocated IMS that reflects a requirements-based execution plan for a programMaintain and update the program IMS throughout the program period of performanceCoordinate with CAMs to verify performance status, ETC, and forecast dates for evaluation and incorporation into the IMSCoordinate with Program and Project Managers to summarize schedule concerns, status, drivers, and recommendations for corrective actions as-neededEnsure that resource loading within the IMS is level-loaded and reflects the resource allocation/capacity provided by the functional leads

Monitoring and Control:

Regularly audit labor charge details to ensure accuracy, perform or assist with corrections as neededMonitor actuals reports to assess labor and ODC charges to the program budgetProvide support for program audits to assess compliance to existing processes and requirementsProvide support relative to tracking and monitoring of program performance against baselined Design To Cost (DTC) targets

Status and Communication:

Provide support for creation of program performance charts and presentations for recurring reviews (internal and customer)Communicate program performance, issues, and corrective actions to program stakeholders and execution team membersCoordinate with program team to effectively assign IMS tasks and solicit/compile status

Program Administration:

Provide support for Risk and Opportunity Management and the administration of the R&O Log. Coordinate with program team to identify, quantify, and appropriately action risks and opportunitiesProvide support for the administration of the Program Change Control process and the Program Change Control Log. Coordinate with program team to identify, quantify, assess, and disposition program change requestsProvide support for the administration of the Program Action Item Log, and coordinate with the program team to identify, assess, quantify, and assign and status program actionsProvide temporary support as acting program/project lead when the Program/Project Manager is out of office or unavailableProvide support for the establishment of a program WBS and development of a program work authorization for budget approval and allocation

Miscellaneous:

Provide support to the PMO in the development and implementation of standard processes and tools for Program managementProvide support for business level Continuous Improvement initiatives and projectsProvide mentoring and training for those that are less familiar and fluent with standard program management tools, processes, and methodologyAdhere to the company ethics program by completing required training and Code Acknowledgement, reporting issues, and behaving in an ethical and professional manner.Interpret company policies/guidelines and adhere to safety regulationsSupport in the development of bid & proposal / pursuit efforts including inputs to a basis of estimate, and contribution of content to a proposal package

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

3 years experience with Earned Value Management, Budget and financial analysis, standard industry analytical methodologies supporting Root Cause Corrective Actions, Aerospace industry practices and program phases.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Certifications: PMP, CAPMWork Experience: 3+ years in aerospace / defenseKnowledge of program management principals, methodologies, tools and techniques.   Appreciable knowledge of Aerospace industry practices and program phases.Problem solving and familiarity with standard industry analytical methodologies supporting Root Cause Corrective ActionsSelf-motivated, accepts authority and responsibility Strong Organizational Abilities- disciplined, sets priorities, meets deadlines, handles multiple tasks and responsibilities Operates well in an environment of ambiguity and able to effectively work with minimal directioThree years of closely related experienceKnowledge of Earned Value ManagementBudget and financial analysis skillsKnowledge and experience with program management tools, processes and methodologyExcellent communication skills (verbal, written)

Work Environment: Office environment (onsite)

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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