Program Performance Management (PPM / EVM) Analyst - Scheduling & Cost

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years relevant experience; or a Master's degree.

Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at General Dynamics Mission Systems.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

Within our global environment, the Program Performance Management (PPM / EVM) Analyst - Scheduling & Cost (Sr PPM Spec) provides contract/program cost and/or schedule management and analysis for new and mature programs typically valued up to $10M per year. As an individual contributor taking direction from a manager or team lead, you’ll develop the program time-phased cost and/or schedule baseline within the contract parameters in conjunction with the program team along with analyzing program performance (historical and predictive), monitor the contract/program Estimate at Complete and/or schedule completion date, and make recommendations to program manager and program leads.

Duties and Tasks:

• This position is responsible for providing contract/program cost and/or schedule management and analysis for new and mature programs typically valued up to $10M per year
• The analyst will develop the program time-phased cost and/or schedule baseline within the contract parameters in conjunction with the program team
• The analyst will analyze program performance (historical and predictive), monitor the contract/program Estimate at Complete and/or schedule completion date, and make recommendations to program manager and program leads
• The analyst is an individual contributor taking direction from manager or team lead
• Assists in the development of a time-phased budget and/or schedule to meet all contract and program objectives
• Collects and updates program performance data, prepares and analyzes historical and predictive measures, and reviews results and recommendations with program manager and program leads
• Maintains and statuses the program schedule
• Identifies and analyzes the program critical path and driving paths to schedule specific milestones
• Reviews results and recommendations with program manager and program leads
• Assists in preparation of program review documents and customer required documents
• Coordinates contract/program Estimate At Complete (EAC), risk and opportunity, and Management Reserve data with Finance organization as input into business financial commitments
• Updates program time-phased budget and/or schedule and required documents associated with internal and contract changes
• Fosters an environment of trust and teamwork builds collaborative relationships
• Communicates professionally and effectively
• Works on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Interfaces with multiple IPT leads and PMs primarily at a single location
• May be a team contributor on an EVMS requirement program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Earned Value Management (EVM), PPM, cost analysis, and scheduling tool knowledge is required
• Experience with MS Project, Cobra, Excel
• Considerable ability to solve problems
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Considerable organizational, analysis, and time management skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multi-task high priorities
• Considerable ability to demonstrate professional written and oral communications
• Considerable interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting with a wide variety of people
• Effectively and efficiently works within time constraints and adjusts to changing circumstances
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoints
• Contact with internal customers: Program Management, Finance, Contracts, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran