Start Date: ImmediateJHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. OVERVIEW Full-time/Permanent Employee Location: Remote As a Program Controller, you will be responsible for conducting financial research and analysis to support programmatic financial execution and contract compliance across assigned programs. You will analyze project budgets, monitor the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (JAMIS/Costpoint), and track cost, funding, and labor data to ensure alignment with contractual and project requirements across FFP, T&M, and Cost Plus contract types.In this role, you will build a broad skill set in financial management, program-level financial reporting, and knowledge management. You will collaborate with Program Managers and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights on funding availability, burn rates, and ETC/EAC status, and will support the enhancement of operational and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate contractual records, supporting the drafting and processing of contract modifications as needed, managing staffing and labor category (LCAT) updates within the ERP system, and ensuring precise labor planning and driver-based forecasting for assigned programs.RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the administration and optimization of the JAMIS/Costpoint ERP system, including labor planning, project setup, timesheet and expense approvals, and data reconciliationMaintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation and repositories, including supporting the drafting and processing of contract modifications as needed, ensuring compliance with internal processes and customer requirementsIdentify process gaps, document new procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across finance and contracts functionsContribute to quality assurance and compliance efforts by validating data, ensuring adherence to policies, and supporting contractual deliverablesPerform administrative and coordination tasks as needed, including meeting scheduling, data organization, and knowledge management supportDemonstrate a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset and work effectively with cross-functional teamsConduct financial forecasting, including ETC/EAC development and driver-based labor forecasting, and interpret trends to support decision-makingEnsure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfactionPerform other related duties as assignedKEY QUALIFICATIONSClearance: Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's (or equivalent) in Business/Finance preferred with 3 - 7 years of relevant experienceExceptional analytical ability to interpret financial data and trendsSolid knowledge of financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting, including ETC/EAC developmentWorking knowledge of FFP, T&M, and Cost Plus contract structuresExperience with ERP systems (JAMIS/Costpoint preferred) for labor planning, project setup, and cost trackingProficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting toolsEffective working both independently and within cross-functional teamsComfortable operating with ambiguity and minimal oversight in a changing, developing organizational environmentSkilled in prioritization and meeting tight deadlinesClear communicator with adept problem-solving capabilitiesHighly organized with excellent time managementQuick to learn new systems and processesPREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONSNCMA or CCMA CertificationAdvanced Excel skillsExperience with Both Costpoint and JAMIS ERP systemsWorking knowledge of government contracts and financial regulations(e.g., FAR/DFARS)Demonstrated interest in government contracting or financial management, with an eye toward long-term program or portfolio finance growth$71,000 - $105,000 a yearThere are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.