What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Controls Analyst position at APEX TK LLC?
Position Overview
APEX TK is seeking a Program Controls Analyst to provide direct support to senior program leadership in a dynamic, mission-focused environment supporting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in Huntsville, Alabama. This role shall enable leadership effectiveness through proactive coordination, program tracking, and executive-level communication support.
This is a junior-level position ideal for candidates with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills who are looking to grow within program management, systems engineering, and federal program execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Support senior program leadership by functioning as an XO/Chief of Staff-type role, ensuring priorities, actions, and communications are effectively managed
- Coordinate, develop, and maintain executive-level briefings, reports, and slide decks for internal and external stakeholders
- Assist in the planning, scheduling, and execution of program meetings, technical reviews, and leadership engagements
- Capture and track action items, decisions, and risks, ensuring timely follow-up and closure
- Maintain program schedules, milestones, and deliverable tracking tools to support program execution and reporting
- Interface with cross-functional teams to synchronize inputs for briefings, reports, and deliverables
- Provide support in the development and maintenance of program documentation, dashboards, and status reports
- Assist in identifying program risks, issues, and dependencies, and support mitigation tracking efforts
- Ensure alignment of communications and materials with customer expectations and mission objectives
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Program Management, or a related field
- 0–3 years of relevant experience in program support, project coordination, or analytical roles
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), with emphasis on executive briefing development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for senior audiences
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Public Trust clearance (or ability to obtain) is required
Desired Qualifications
- Active Secret clearance
- Experience supporting federal government or DoD/NASA programs
- Familiarity with program controls, scheduling, or risk management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar)
- Exposure to systems engineering or technical program environments
- Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams in a coordination or staff role
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000