Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BAE Systems is seeking a Control Account Manager (CAM) in Supply Chain in support of the Combat Mission System business area within the Platform and Services sector. This role requires a subject matter expert in Earned Value analysis to drive cost, schedule, and scope performance while ensuring compliance with EV standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Scheduling, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to manage baselines, analyze performance, and support program execution
• Develop and maintain analysis on cost and schedule performance as well as scope, and the associated variance analysis as needed for the Supply Chain function (weekly and monthly)
• Implement and document original baselines from proposals to award, rebaselines, and estimates to completion (ETCs)
• Read Proposals/Quotes, Purchase Orders, basis of estimate (BOEs) and the manufacturing bill of material (mBOM) to develop cost analysis comparisons
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify problems and interpret Supply Chain Organization needs as required
• Anticipate and manage changes to projects and operations, such as, but not limited to, technical requirements, manufacturing needs, and schedule changes
• Communicate abnormalities or variances to the project team
• Identify areas of risk, opportunity, and cost saving initiatives affecting project profitability
• Attend and conduct internal earned value management (EVM) surveillances, integrated baseline reviews (IBRs), and support DCMA Surveillance Reviews
• Review EVM artifacts such as: Control Account Plans (CAP), Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Organizational Breakdown Structures (OBS), Basis of Estimates (BOE), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and Work Authorization Documents (WAM)
• Act as a liaison between Production and Controls, Program Finance, Scheduling, EV Compliance, Operations Finance, Contracts, and the Supply Chain Organization
• Work with Subcontract Administrators and Buyers to understand linkage between purchase order creation and work breakdown structure (WBS) charging requirements
• Assist all contract cleanup and closeout efforts
• Provide training and mentoring to new and existing personnel in EV Metrics, financial analysis, and understanding EV in a Production environment
• Identify areas of improvement, document findings and solutions, implement process changes with Business Systems Teams

Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years relevant experience or equivalent experience
• Possess an advanced level of understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) and industry standards and Scheduling
• Ability to perform analysis in Excel using advanced level formulas and pivot tables: power query preferred
• Experience with Deltek's Open Plan, Cobra, Primavera, and/or PMCompass
• Demonstrate the ability to aggressively track deliverables, identify technical or financial variances, and resolve bottlenecks in a fast-paced, remote manufacturing or development environment
• Experienced project management and organization skills to effectively manage timelines, customer requirements and work flow requirements
• Drive cost, schedule, and scope performance by proactively engaging and negotiating with cross-functional partners across Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Program Finance without in-person oversight
• Ability to perform effectively and independently with good time management skills with minimal supervision
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to think strategically
• Strong ability to establish and maintain cross-functional working relationships and networks
• Demonstrate sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary, confidential, and classified information
• Working knowledge with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
• Certifications including Project Manager Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or similar
• Working knowledge of operations, scheduling, and/or Bills of Material (BOMs) within a manufacturing environment
• Understanding prime contract flow down requirements
• Passion for continuous improvement and lean initiatives

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• A legal plan
• Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid military leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Any applicable federal and state sick leave
• Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
• Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance
• Temporary employees can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan

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