Sr. Program Planning and Control Cost Analyst (Onsite)

at  Collins Aerospace

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience, or in the absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Extensive proficiency in Excel.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to present effectively to large groups and senior leadership.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%.
• Solid understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts.

MINIMUM PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be on a career break of one or more years at the time of application.
• Have prior experience in the functional area of interest.
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position.

POSITION ROLE TYPE:

Onsite
Discover an exciting opportunity at Collins Aerospace! We are seeking a Program Planning & Control Cost Analyst to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and to be part of a dynamic team. In this role, you will work alongside a team of analysts, providing detailed analysis and business insights to assist in program decisions. You will participate in the control of cost and schedule on projects requiring a validated cost schedule control system. This position interacts with all elements of Collins Aerospace Mission Systems, including Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Contracts, and Operations, making it an ideal role for those who want to be integral to program execution.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Provide effective financial administrative planning and control on large/challenging development programs.
• Develop program Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) for earned value/project management purposes.
• Establish a Contract Work Breakdown Structure (CWBS) and CWBS Dictionary.
• Perform analysis of program cost and schedule performance, identify trends, and provide information to the Project Leadership Team for corrective action implementation.
• Interact with external customers, including the preparation and submission of customer cost & schedule related data items.
• Prepare and analyze Estimates at Complete (EACs) and provide complete financial support to assigned program teams.
• Support Program Management in assessing program risks and opportunities.
• Support teams in preparation for Integrated Baseline Reviews.
• Support Program Management in preparation of monthly sales forecasts.
• Provide Earned Value training to program teams.
• Display good verbal and written communication skills, be a team player, and have good working knowledge of company business systems and policies, contracting processes, and earned value management techniques.
• Accommodate unexpected events, achieve critical deadlines with quality results, and perform as a flexible team member in support of the objectives and initiatives of Mission Systems.