Program Cost Control Manager (Mgr Program Control 1) - 27121

Requisition Number: 27121

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $100,270.00 - $140,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a detail-oriented and highly capable Program Cost Control Manager to lead advanced program control and cost accounting activities in support of complex contracts or multiple tasking efforts.

This role is responsible for cost, schedule, and funding control; preparation and review of key financial deliverables; and ensures program execution remain within negotiated contractual parameters and applicable government cost control guidelines.

The position also includes direct management and development of a small team (typically 1 - 3 program control professionals), with responsivity for work assignment, coaching, performance feedback, and ensuring consistent execution of program control process.

This position is based in Syracuse, NY with a Hybrid work schedule and plays a critical role in supporting program execution, invoicing, and compliance in close collaboration with Program Management (PM), the Mission Partner (MP), and other internal stakeholders.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Establish and oversee program cost control systems to monitor and control costs and schedules for complex programs, including Fixed Priced (FFP) contracts
Lead cost and financial management for programs, including margin analysis, baseline maintenance, risk/opportunity assessment, and proactive identification of cost and schedule drivers
Perform and review cost, funding, and schedule analyses to ensure programs remain within negotiated parameters and applicable cost control guidelines
Lead preparation and review of financial reports and deliverables including budgets, expenditure projections, Estimates at Completion (EACs), and variance analyses
Develop and maintain program budgets, schedules, and funding profiles
Direct monitoring of expenditures and ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial records across assigned programs
Lead preparation of sales outlooks, funding forecasts, and advanced financial analyses
Maintain realistic cost and schedule baselines by assessing outstanding work against contract requirements
Incorporate contractual, scope, and funding changes into cost control systems
Oversee invoicing activities, including review of invoices and reconciliation of billed and unbilled amounts
Serve as primary financial liaison with Program Management, Contracts, Accounting, and Finance leadership
Ensure funding availability and compliance prior to expenditures
Lead audit support activities and respond to complex financial data requests
Identify, assess, and mitigate program cost and schedule risks - particularly on FFP and Hybrid contract types
Reconcile unbilled receivables with internal stakeholders to ensure billing accuracy
Provide ad hoc financial analysis, revenue/billing forecasting, and audit support as required
Manage and mentor a team of 1 - 3 program control staff, including workload prioritization, technical guidance, quality review, and performance feedback
Promote consistent application of program control best practices and compliance across the team

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.
• 4+ years of experience in financial management, program control or project accounting.
• Must possess a strong background working with multiple government contract types: FFP, FPI, FPLOE, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, and hybrid contracts.
• Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint and familiarity with web-based invoicing platforms used by government or commercial partners.
• Working knowledge of FAR, CAS, and invoicing/revenue recognition best practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a US level Secret clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Master's degree (MBA) or CPA/CMA certification.
• PMP, EVMP, or similar certification.
• Familiarity with EVMS tools (e.g. Cobra, winsight, Empower).
• Experience working in hybrid environments with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
• Active US level Secret clearance or higher.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonother non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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