Program Controls Analyst

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APEX TK LLC

Program Controls Analyst

Huntsville, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Overview

    APEX TK is seeking a Program Controls Analyst to provide direct support to senior program leadership in a dynamic, mission-focused environment supporting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in Huntsville, Alabama. This role shall enable leadership effectiveness through proactive coordination, program tracking, and executive-level communication support.

    This is a junior-level position ideal for candidates with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills who are looking to grow within program management, systems engineering, and federal program execution.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Support senior program leadership by functioning as an XO/Chief of Staff-type role, ensuring priorities, actions, and communications are effectively managed
    • Coordinate, develop, and maintain executive-level briefings, reports, and slide decks for internal and external stakeholders
    • Assist in the planning, scheduling, and execution of program meetings, technical reviews, and leadership engagements
    • Capture and track action items, decisions, and risks, ensuring timely follow-up and closure
    • Maintain program schedules, milestones, and deliverable tracking tools to support program execution and reporting
    • Interface with cross-functional teams to synchronize inputs for briefings, reports, and deliverables
    • Provide support in the development and maintenance of program documentation, dashboards, and status reports
    • Assist in identifying program risks, issues, and dependencies, and support mitigation tracking efforts
    • Ensure alignment of communications and materials with customer expectations and mission objectives

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Program Management, or a related field
    • 0–3 years of relevant experience in program support, project coordination, or analytical roles
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), with emphasis on executive briefing development
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for senior audiences
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
    • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
    • Public Trust clearance (or ability to obtain) is required

    Desired Qualifications

    • Active Secret clearance
    • Experience supporting federal government or DoD/NASA programs
    • Familiarity with program controls, scheduling, or risk management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar)
    • Exposure to systems engineering or technical program environments
    • Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams in a coordination or staff role