Program Controller

Quantum Space•Rockville, MD

4d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Quantum Space is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Project Controller to support the planning, execution, and financial performance of spacecraft development and mission programs. The role provides financial and programmatic oversight across multiple engineering initiatives and partners with Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to help ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with strategic business objectives. The position establishes project budgets, maintains cost and schedule baselines, forecasts program performance, and delivers insights for organizational decision-making. It supports multiple spacecraft development programs in a fast-paced, high-growth aerospace environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in project controls, program finance, cost management, project management, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting complex engineering, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or technology development programs.
Strong financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
Experience using project scheduling and planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively across technical, business, and executive teams.
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting aerospace, defense, spacecraft, satellite, launch, or advanced technology programs.
Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and performance measurement techniques.
Experience supporting U.S. Government contracts, including NASA, Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Space Force, ESA, or similar organizations.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Deltek, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent enterprise financial platforms.
Professional certifications such as PMP, EVP, CPA, or equivalent.
Experience supporting rapidly growing organizations or startup environments where processes and systems continue to evolve.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain integrated project budgets, schedules, resource plans, and cost baselines across multiple spacecraft development programs.
Partner with Program Managers to establish project performance metrics, milestones, and execution plans.
Monitor cost, schedule, and technical performance against approved baselines, identifying risks, trends, and corrective actions.
Prepare project forecasts, Estimates at Completion (EACs), cash flow projections, and financial analyses.
Track project expenditures, labor utilization, commitments, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
Support monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, executive reviews, and business performance reporting.
Partner with Finance to align project reporting and forecasting with corporate financial objectives.
Generate program dashboards, executive briefings, and performance metrics for leadership.
Support Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies and performance measurement where applicable.
Maintain project data integrity across planning, scheduling, financial, and reporting systems.
Identify and assess risks related to cost, schedule, scope, resources, and engineering changes, and support mitigation planning.
Evaluate the financial and programmatic impacts of contract modifications, engineering changes, and strategic decisions.
Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Finance teams to support program execution.
Support customer reporting requirements for government and commercial contracts.
Contribute to continuous improvement of project controls processes, financial reporting, forecasting methodologies, and program management practices.