Program Controls Analyst

Voyager Technologies

Program Controls Analyst responsible for program planning and execution at Voyager Technologies. Ensuring financial performance aligns with corporate finance for defense and aerospace projects.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and analyze time-phased cost baselines, actuals, and forecasts in alignment with the program schedule, applying the appropriate level of rigor for each program, whether pure commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost-Plus, or EVMS-compliant.
Support the development of Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB) and facilitate Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) where required, tailoring processes to align with contract type, lifecycle phase, and customer expectations.
Prepare and analyze program performance metrics using methods appropriate to each program's contractual and operational needs, including BCWS, BCWP, ACWP, variance analysis, and Estimate at Completion (EAC).
Collaborate with the Program Controls Scheduler to ensure the cost-schedule integration is effective and efficient, facilitating accurate performance measurement and reporting, including a complete EVMS report where necessary.
Interface with corporate finance to align program reporting and forecasting with business objectives and financial planning cycles.
Ensure that program-level tools and processes meet the business's financial reporting, forecasting, and control needs.
Interface with Program Managers, CAMs, Engineering, Contracts, and Procurement to develop and validate Estimates to Complete (ETC).
Monitor, analyze, and report program performance using metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and trend analysis.
Support proposal development by preparing cost volumes, BOEs (Basis of Estimate), and schedule and cost planning integration.
Support internal and customer-facing reviews, including PMRs, financial reviews, and customer data calls.
Contribute to developing and improving cost control processes, reporting standards, and tool integrations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two (2) or more years of experience in program controls, cost analysis, or financial planning within aerospace, defense, or similarly complex technical environments.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field.
Experience in program cost control, performance measurement, and earned value analysis in aerospace or defense programs.
Demonstrated expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and ANSI/EIA-748 compliance.
Familiarity with corporate finance planning cycles, budgeting, and forecasting in a programmatic context.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, cost reporting tools, and working knowledge of Microsoft Project.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness and more! No long term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission driven environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost ReportingVariance AnalysisEstimate at Completion (EAC)Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs)Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB)Time-Phased Cost BaselinesCost-Plus ContractsFirm Fixed Price (FFP) ContractsBCWSBCWP

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in FinanceBachelor’s Degree in Business Administration