Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst – P3

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. Lead creation and analysis of quarterly Estimates at Complete (EAC), including cost, risk, and opportunity assessments .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeTucson • Arizona • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial forecasting, cost analysis, and reporting within a manufacturing-based finance environment, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive cost-reduction initiatives and enhance reporting tools.

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Financial ForecastingCost AnalysisEAC ExperienceMicrosoft ExcelBusiness Management

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Hard Skills

Cost AllocationFinancial ReportingRisk AssessmentOpportunity AssessmentCost Reduction InitiativesProgram Financial ManagementVariance ExplanationProduction Environment ExperienceAdvanced Planning SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Leadership CapabilityCommunication SkillsConfidence Presenting

Tools & Technologies

APEXPRISMMicrosoft 365

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government-Issued Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing FinanceCost ManagementProgram ManagementBusiness Office CollaborationContract Structure Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead creation and analysis of quarterly Estimates at Complete (EAC), including cost, risk, and opportunity assessments
Deliver cost, schedule, and funding insights to OSC leaders using standard company tools and processes
Prepare program financial forecasts, monitor actuals, and explain variances
Oversee weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost accumulation and reporting
Drive and support cost-reduction initiatives using manufacturing and functional knowledge
Assist in developing cost estimates for new business proposals
Contribute to factory and program business management activities
Enhance and streamline reporting tools and special projects
Maintain control account structures within a manufacturing-based finance environment
Work closely with the Business Office, Program Management, and operations partners across multiple contracts

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
Experience with analysis tools such as APEX and PRISM
Experience in business management or finance
Experience using Microsoft Operating Systems and all Microsoft 365 Office tools, especially Microsoft Excel
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Confidence presenting to leadership
Strong EAC experience
Ability to quickly learn advanced planning skills in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Strong communication and leadership capability
Experience in factory or production environments
Understanding of cost allocation across bases, organizations, or products
Demonstrated problem-solving skills connecting production realities with financial commitments
2+ years independently developing and maintaining financial and performance reporting
Strong Microsoft 365 skills, especially Excel
2+ years supporting production or schedule-driven environments
Ability to articulate P&L concepts and connect contract structure to cost analysis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage