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HII Unmanned Systems is seeking a Project Controller with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience to support the planning, execution, and financial performance of complex government and commercial programs. Reporting to the Project Control Manager, this role partners closely with Program Managers, CAMs, Finance, Contracts, Procurement, and Scheduling to manage program cost, schedule, and performance. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining budgets, forecasts, Estimates at Completion (EACs), funding profiles, and program baselines; performing cost, schedule, and variance analyses; conducting schedule risk assessments; tracking labor, material, and subcontractor costs; and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and government guidelines.
The Project Controller will support EVMS activities, including Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), surveillance reviews, audits, customer reporting, and monthly performance measurement deliverables using tools such as Deltek Costpoint, Cobra, Open Plan, and wInsight. This position plays a key role in identifying risks, recommending corrective actions, managing contract modifications, and providing timely financial and performance reporting to program leadership and customers.
Qualified candidates will possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, experience in project controls, program finance, EVMS, or government contracting, and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project control systems. Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Cobra, Cognos, Unanet, or similar applications is highly desirable.
What you will be doing.
Sets up cost control system, monitors and controls costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system. Performs analyses and prepares reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. Prepares budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Prepares program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled. Performs schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks. Ensures adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government. Incorporates contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
What we are looking for.
10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in Finance/Accounting; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
Experience as a Project Controller
Experience with government contracts preferred
Intermediate knowledge of Excel and overall MS Office suite and a working knowledge of relevant software applications.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint & Cognos Reporting
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Required #LI-MH1
Bonus Points for.
Strong organizational skills, able to handle multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines.
Very detail oriented.
Must be analytical, possess strong communication and presentation skills and have the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
Experience with Unanet or Deltek Cobra is a plus.
Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Job performance requires adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the discipline. Office work environment.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
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.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
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. Bonus/other 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.
Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
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