Program Controls Analyst

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.

Program Controls Analyst

Manager, Finance & Analysis

Hybrid – Buffalo, NY

Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge innovation for our valued customers.

Our Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog and serves ever-evolving markets with ongoing innovation that allows for constantly developing technology and excellent career opportunities.

Our team in East Aurora, NY is looking for a Program Controls Analyst to join their dynamic team! As a Program Controls Analyst, you will be a key member of Moog’s Space and Defense team, reporting to the Finance and Analysis Manager. This Program Controls Analyst 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.

This role sits in East Aurora, NY (hybrid work schedule available).

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or related field.
• 5+ years relevant professional experience.
• 1+ years Earned Value Management experience.
• Demonstrated experience 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) preferred.
• Proficiency with Power BI or similar visualization tools.
• Excellent analytical skills, with strong numerical and data‑interpretation capability.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality.
• Ability to travel up to 5% (as needed)

• Assisting in developing and maintaining integrated program schedules, ensuring robust logic, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Performing schedule analysis, progress measurement, and performance forecasting.
• Assisting in conducting detailed cost variance analysis and Earned Value Management assessments.
• Assisting in leading the consolidation of schedule, cost, risk, and milestone data into accurate, timely management reporting.
• Maintain and analyze RAID information, highlighting emerging risks and variances early.
• Assisting in ensuring the program aligns with organizational controls standards and governance expectations.
• Contributing to the development and rollout of improved controls processes, tools, and templates.
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, analytical rigor, and effective stakeholder engagement.

• Financial Rewards:
  Great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance:
  Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program
• Health & Wellbeing:
  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 Culture:
  Warm, respectful, family-like environment rooted in our 12 core values. Enhanced by multiple employee-led Employee Resource Groups, and various team-building activities, delivering a truly open and supportive workplace
• Additional site‑specific benefits available including an on‑site wellness center, miles of walking trails, tons of employee engagement activities and so much more!

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