Senior Program Controls Analyst

Moog Inc. • Waterbury, CT

3d • $10,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. Job Title: Senior Program Controls Analyst Reporting To: Program and Planning Controls Manager Work Schedule: Hybrid – Buffalo, NY Moog’s Commercial Aircraft business supports the full aircraft lifecycle—from design, development, testing, and certification to in‑service support. Our capabilities include OEM design, aftermarket services, engine accessory repairs, aircraft control components, and advanced avionics and digital airfield solutions. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Program Controls Analyst to play a pivotal role in the successful execution of commercial programs. This is a high‑impact position where you’ll provide expert planning, scheduling, cost control, Earned Value reporting, and governance support—ensuring program teams are working to a robust baseline underpinned by accurate data and strong analytical insight. As a senior member of the team, you’ll help embed consistent controls practices, build capability, and drive data‑led decision‑making across the program. You will also contribute to shaping a growing program controls function, acting as a subject matter expert and coaching early‑career analysts.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree.
• At least 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• A strong background in project/program controls, planning, PMO, cost engineering, or a related analytical discipline.
• Proficiency with scheduling and reporting tools (e.g., MS Project, Deltek Open Plan).
• Excellent analytical skills, with strong numerical and data‑interpretation capability.
• Proven ability to explain controls concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Earned Value Management.
• Proficiency with Power BI or similar visualisation tools.
• Experience working in complex, engineering, aerospace, or regulated program environments.

Nice To Haves

• Professional project management or controls certifications (e.g., APM, PMI, EV‑related) are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules, ensuring robust logic, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Perform schedule analysis, progress measurement, and performance forecasting.
• Conduct detailed cost variance analysis and Earned Value Management assessments.
• Lead the consolidation of schedule, cost, risk, and milestone data into accurate, timely management reporting.
• Maintain and analyse RAID information, highlighting emerging risks and variances early.
• Ensure the program aligns with organisational controls standards and governance expectations.
• Contribute to the development and rollout of improved controls processes, tools, and templates.
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, analytical rigour, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees