PROGRAM CONTROL ANALYST

Overview:

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications.   Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters.  In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Aberdeen, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview, FL; Orlando , FL and Tupelo, MS.

Mission: 

Quantum is seeking a Program Control Analyst to ensure programs are executed efficiently and predictably by providing accurate cost, schedule, and performance insight, enabling informed decision-making, risk management, and successful delivery of program objectives within approved scope, budget, and timeline.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, monitor, and maintain program budgets, schedules, and cost baselines to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Perform cost analysis, variance analysis, and trend forecasting to identify risks and opportunities.
• Track program performance using Estimate at Completion (EAC) and if required, Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Prepare and deliver regular financial and performance reports for program managers, senior leadership, and stakeholders.
• Analyze contractual requirements and ensure compliance with financial, scheduling, and reporting standards.
• Identify cost, schedule, and performance risks; develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with program and project teams.
• Support monthly close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and variance explanations.
• Assist with proposal development, including cost estimates, pricing models, and schedule assumptions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams such as finance, contracts, procurement, and engineering to ensure accurate data and reporting.    

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• 2 years of experience in program control, financial analysis, project controls, or related discipline
• Strong knowledge of cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ability to perform variance analysis and identify cost and schedule trends.
• Experience developing and maintaining Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, financial models).

Desired Skills and Qualifications: 

• EVMS experience and Cost and Schedule Management Skills
• Proficient in Deltek Cobra or Schedule Risk Assessment software tools 

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.