Control Account Manager – Program Manager

Sierra Space

. Lead a program with overall responsibility and authority for cost, schedule, and technical performance .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCentennial • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $157,738 - $216,889 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, including budget management, schedule adherence, and technical performance oversight. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams, implementing corrective actions, and mentoring junior team members while ensuring compliance with contractual and accounting standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementEarned Value Management (EVM)Budget ManagementRisk ManagementAgile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningData AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisContract ManagementKPI Measurement

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCommunicationCollaborationAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectJIRAAsanaExcelTableauPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

PfMP

Industry Keywords

Lean Six SigmaSupply Chain ManagementLogisticsSoftware Development LifecycleSystems Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a program with overall responsibility and authority for cost, schedule, and technical performance
Establish and maintain control account plans according to company policies and contractual requirements
Monitor project performance against baselines using earned value metrics
Prepare and analyze variance reports and identify root causes of cost and schedule deviations
Forecast project costs and schedules using current performance data
Manage budgets, schedules, and execution to meet contractual requirements
Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets
Collaborate with project managers, functional managers, technical leads, engineering, finance, supply chain, and operations
Lead regular stakeholder status reviews and communicate program financial health, status, risks, and issues
Implement corrective actions to address performance issues
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and contract requirements
Work with Technical, Scheduling, and Risk Leads and other CAMs to align cost, risk, schedule, and performance
Coach, teach, and mentor junior team members on EVM principles and practices
Lead management reviews and interface with financial teams
Develop and initiate Learning & Development programs
Build relationships with external customers and stakeholders
Lead a single program, IPT, or portfolio of programs and drive complex program strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience
8+ years of related experience
Comprehensive knowledge of program management disciplines across various domains
Ability to manage a program with limited oversight
Capability to manage program budgets and meet specified schedules and technical objectives
Demonstrated experience with significant program management responsibility
In-depth knowledge across program planning, execution, and resource management
Skills in leading management reviews and interfacing with financial teams
Understanding of organizational KPI measurement and reporting
Advanced analytical skills for interpreting complex data
Ability to manage smaller programs or portions of larger programs
Ability to mentor junior managers and lead complex program strategies
Senior-level project management certifications preferred, such as PfMP
Familiarity with Agile project management methodologies preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Asana preferred
Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies preferred
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and practices preferred
Understanding of software development lifecycle and systems engineering processes preferred
Experience with contract management and negotiation preferred
Familiarity with Excel, Tableau, or Power BI preferred
Strong technical writing skills preferred
Understanding of supply chain management and logistics preferred
Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Personal and professional development opportunities
Vibrant culture of collaboration