Program Control Analyst Sr.

Program Control Analyst

The Program Financial Analyst is assigned to the business unit Program Management Office(s) and thus partners closely with Program Managers and their Integrated Program Teams (IPTs) to provide financial oversight, analysis, and strategic guidance for the PMOs. You will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting, with the objective that all PMO programs are delivered within scope, schedule, and financial targets. You will play a key role in translating financial data into actionable insights to support informed PMO and business unit decision-making.

This role is fully on-site at the Aston, PA facility.

Location: Aston, PA

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

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Your Challenge

Program Financial Support

• Partner directly with Program Managers (PMs) to develop, manage, and monitor program budgets and forecasts including costs incurred to date, estimate to complete, estimate at completion, and variance at completion for key Programs or Projects.

• Identify program risks and opportunities and quantify cost risk and/or opportunity impact to current forecasts.

• Provide ongoing financial guidance to PMs to ensure programs remain aligned with financial objectives.

• Perform and/or key participant in program reviews via preparing program financial summaries, dashboards, and variance analyses.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain detailed Program Management Office rollup forecasts, including revenue, cost, and margin projections for all programs that roll up to the PMO assigned.

• Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling as required to support Program Office and individual Program decision-making.

• Assist in Program Office annual budgeting and long-range planning processes for PMO program / project portfolio.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze cost drivers, labor utilization, and program profitability.

• Prepare monthly financial reports, KPIs, and variance explanations for leadership.

• Identify trends and provide recommendations to improve financial performance and efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Program Managers, Operations, Accounting, and Finance teams to ensure alignment.

• Support contract reviews, pricing analysis, and financial inputs for proposals or program changes.

• Assist with revenue recognition and compliance with applicable accounting standards.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and contractual requirements.

• Support internal and external audits as needed.

What You Bring

• 4-year bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

• 3-5+ years of financial analysis experience, preferably supporting programs or projects in aerospace/defense or complex critical manufactured item environment.

• Experience working in a cross-functional or matrixed environment preferred.

• Experience with ERP and ability to extract data needed (Infor Syteline preferred).

• Experience with data manipulation and presentation using BI tools.

• US Citizen or green card holder required.

• Ability to travel up to 10% to international destinations.

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and Earned Value Management (EVM).

• Knowledge of revenue recognition standards (e.g., percentage of completion).

• Ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Flexibility with assignments across business unit functions, can-do attitude is a must.

• Must be a US Citizen.

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Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Gente, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems.

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Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers' expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.