Program, Planning & Control Analysis (PP&C) in Farnborough

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission.

Our Sat Connect IC business unit, a division of our Satellite Systems business, is a leading provider of ASICs, software, multibeam electronically steered antennas, and complete systems for communication satellites, as well as ground and airborne terminals. With locations in Israel, the UK, and the US, we are a technology leader in satellite communication.

Role Description

To provide to the organization (PMO, Finance, PP&C & Contracts) reliable financial planning, scheduling, tracking and performance measurement services in order to achieve optimal profitability. To develop and maintain a contractual program performance measurement baseline to ensure that timely and accurate cost and schedule analysis is performed and detailed corrective actions are taken when necessary. The PP&C Analyst reports to the Program Management Office, works in close collaboration with the Finance team, and receives professional guidance from the PP&C Headquarters in Montreal.

Responsibilities / Tasks

• General: Execute all tasks in accordance with PP&C processes and Finance regulations. Use as guidelines the Project Management Cost & Schedule principles. Ensure that all PP&C S/W’s Tools and Databases are maintained and utilized consistently and in accordance to projects objectives and specific requirements (ERP, SharePoint, MDA intranet systems, etc.). Ensure that all Reports (Monthly, Quarterly) data are updated, consistent and error‑free.
• Planning: In collaboration with Program Managers and Line Managers, plan contract activities according to the work breakdown structure. Assist in the creation of the Project Schedule, when required. Provide detailed cost and schedule analysis, as well as variance summaries against the program performance baseline, to identify problem areas requiring corrective action. Establish the project Performance Measurement Baseline. Implement the Earned value method for tracking program performance.
• Control: Provide cost and schedule data for inclusion in program or division-level reports to meet reporting requirements. Maintain the program Baseline with the incorporation of any approved change of scope (CSP’s). Maintain and monitor detailed costs & schedules (C/S) on a regular basis (Monthly/Quarterly). Establish new Forecasts and estimates at completion on a regular basis (Monthly). Provide detailed Cost/Schedule variance analysis and Cost/Schedule performance indices from the earned value application principles. Identify potential problem areas and support any corrective actions, when required. Implement and review project financial and performance inputs for official reports issuance - Monthly program Review package, Financial Forecast report, EAC Delta Report, and Quarterly Assessments. Customer and supplier Milestone Monitoring and forecast. Project Procurement assessment and forecast. Manpower forecast assessment and review. Project Risk and Project Management reserve Assessment. Issue other PP&C, PMO or Financial minor reports when required.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Science (or equivalent) and 4-5 years of relevant experience in program planning, scheduling, and related software tools.
• Strong planning and scheduling skills.
• Strong Project cost accounting abilities and understanding of finance principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; working knowledge of Visual Basic is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of contract “terms & conditions” and their relation to project accounting and planning.

Benefits statement

MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations

MDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Comments/Special Considerations

We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your: Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status. Identity: Full ID check. Criminal records: Basic Disclosure. Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity. Reference checks.