Radar Systems Replacement Program Control Specialist

Overview

Crown Innovations is seeking a Program Control Specialist specializing in radar system deployments to support the planning, execution, and oversight of radar system replacement programs throughout their lifecycle, from initial deployment to commissioning. These professionals ensure radar systems for air traffic control are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical and operational requirements. The role focuses on ensuring projects and programs are executed efficiently by managing cost, schedule, risk, and performance.

These specialists support project managers by tracking budgets, developing schedules, analyzing data, and generating reports to guide decision‑making. This position can be remote (anywhere in the continental US) or located at Crown HQ in Arlington, VA.

• Cost Management:
  Monitor and control project budgets, track actual vs. planned spending, and forecast financial performance.
• Schedule Development:
  Create and maintain project schedules using tools like Oracle Primavera, Unifier, or Timberline Gold, and analyze schedule variances.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Prepare regular reports on project status, including cost curves, milestone progress, risk exposure, and earned value metrics.
• Risk & Issue Mitigation:
  Identify potential risks and recommend recovery plans to keep projects on track.
• Manage program schedules, budgets, and resource allocation for radar system deployments.
• Coordinate with engineering, logistics, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of radar systems into existing infrastructure.
• Support manufacture, 1st and 2nd Level Engineering Support, Depot support, and fielding activities for complex radar systems delivered to the FAA.
• Maintain compliance with technical standards and government regulations related to the safe and efficient deployment of new radar systems into the National Airspace System.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or a related field.
• Experience in program controls, systems engineering, or radar system deployment. Familiarity with ASR, ATCRBS and/or Mode S systems, radar signal processing.
• Experience levels:
  Entry-level (Program Controls Specialist I) with 3+ years of experience;
  Mid-level (Specialist II) with 5+ years;
  Senior roles with 8+ years, often with leadership or strategic planning experience.
• Skills:
  
  Proficiency in project controls software, strong analytical and communication abilities, attention to detail, and experience with earned value management (EVM).
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Please visit:  for additional information about Crown Innovations, Inc. We offer a competitive benefits package including matching 401K, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, and generous PTO. Crown has been voted one of the best places to work in the Washington, DC area; we built this reputation by hiring great people who value and support the mission of our customers.

Persons unable to complete an online application should contact Crown HR for assistance 9. As a government contractor, most Crown’s positions require U.S. citizenship. Crown is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EOE:
Disability/Vets.