Full-Time

Senior Manager of Earned Value Management Compliance

Posted on 1/24/2026

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation

1,001-5,000 employees

Aerospace and defense contractor; C5ISR systems

Compensation Overview

$165k - $226.9k/yr

+ Annual incentive pay

No H1B Sponsorship

Lone Tree, CO, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a Business related field of study - relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Typically, 10+ years of progressive finance experience, which includes 6+ years of management experience
  • Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, and training
  • Experience in scheduling software (MS Project), Earned Value Management software (Deltek Cobra), and self service analytics (PowerBI)
  • A strong background in Program Controls fundamentals inclusive of program risk management
  • An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required or has the ability to obtain one
  • Strong understanding of material and contractual requirements and how they impact the EVM process
  • Ability to develop effective EVM procedures, training, and work instructions relative to regulatory standards and internal processes
  • Apply Earned Value Management concepts in working with federal government contracts, budget process, and fund management
  • Capability to perform in depth earned value data analysis, inclusive of data quality checks and CDRL/SDRL (IPMR, CFSR, CSDR, etc.) review
  • Advanced skills in Earned Value Management software (Deltek Cobra), and familiarity with scheduling software (MS Project) and self service analytics (PowerBI)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
  • Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks, internal audits, and external reporting
Responsibilities
  • Designing and driving the implementation of organizational compliance policies that align with regulatory standards
  • Conducting internal audits and compliance assessments to identify and mitigate risks
  • Providing reports to management on internal controls and governance compliance
  • Leading cross-functional teams to identify, analyze, and mitigate cost, schedule, and performance risks
  • Ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and standardizing payroll and compliance processes
  • Spearheading compliance initiatives and team development
  • Managing or mentoring compliance staff and providing training and mentoring programs
  • Ensuring alignment with DCMA and other regulatory agencies
Desired Qualifications
  • EVM certification
  • Experience in Earned Value validation or re-validation
  • Experience in successful completion of Program IBRs, JSRs and Internal Surveillances (to include completion of actions items), inclusive of training or coaching Control Account Managers and program teams
  • Foundational understanding of Program Management processes
  • Knowledge of DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures
  • Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
  • Support the development and delivery of key employee training to include new employee onboarding, continuous education curriculum, and certification testing
Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation

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Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an aerospace and defense contractor that secures and executes U.S. government contracts with DoD and NASA. It designs and modifies aircraft systems and develops C5ISR solutions, backed by electronics, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities. The company differentiates itself through a long history, in-house integrated capabilities, and strategic acquisitions that focus on government needs. Its goal is to win and execute complex national security and space missions by delivering end-to-end aerospace and defense systems.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sparks, Nevada

Founded

1963

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What believers are saying

  • Vindler 2.0 scales to 20+ satellites, capturing DoD RF intelligence demand by 2028.
  • $13B SAOC contract through 2036 replaces E-4B fleet with SNC-led integration.
  • NRO selects Vindler for RF study, unlocking expanded intelligence procurement contracts.

What critics are saying

  • SpaceX Starshield erodes Vindler market share in DoD RF contracts within 12 months.
  • Boeing protests SAOC contract, delaying award 6-12 months via GAO challenges.
  • DoD FY2027 NDAA mandates redesign SNC C5ISR electronics, slashing margins immediately.

What makes Sierra Nevada Corporation unique

  • SNC excels as privately owned mid-tier prime contractor with rapid innovation agility.
  • SNC delivers open architecture C5ISR systems across air, space, and cyber domains.
  • SNC specializes in mission-tailored aircraft modifications for DoD and NASA contracts.

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Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Company News

Defence Leaders Limited
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U.S. Army boosts Gray Eagle drone with advanced electronic intelligence upgrade.

U.S. Army boosts Gray Eagle drone with advanced electronic intelligence upgrade. Image: General Atomics The U.S. Army has awarded General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) a contract to equip its MQ-1C Gray Eagle Extended Range drone with upgraded electronic intelligence capabilities, strengthening its ability to detect and locate enemy air defence systems. The new electronic intelligence (ELINT) sensor package will allow Gray Eagle ER aircraft to operate beyond the reach of adversary threats while scanning deep into contested airspace. The upgrade directly supports the Army's Integrated Air Defence System (IADS) mission, feeding real-time intelligence to ground commanders. GA-ASI President David R. Alexander said the combination of long-range detection and the platform's endurance ensures commanders can track when an adversary IADS is active. He added that Gray Eagle's open systems architecture makes the integration straightforward but operationally significant, according to GA-ASI. Targeting enemy air defences. The ELINT sensor identifies and geo-locates critical threats essential to Joint Force Operations. GA-ASI will partner with Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) and the Capability Program Executive for Intelligence and Spectrum Warfare to integrate advanced radar detection and signal collection technology into the platform. The upgrade enhances Gray Eagle ER's value in contested environments where identifying and suppressing enemy air defences is a prerequisite for broader operations. By keeping the drone outside threat envelopes, the Army also reduces risk to crewed aircraft operating in the same battlespace, a key objective in modern manned-unmanned teaming concepts. A platform built for multi-domain operations. The ELINT upgrade is one layer of a broader sensor modernisation effort. Gray Eagle ER has already demonstrated modernised Communications Intelligence (COMINT), Synthetic Aperture Radar and Moving Target Indicator (SAR/MTI) capabilities, and Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET) radios across multiple Army exercises. These capabilities align with the Army's C5ISR Modular Open Suite of Standards (CMOSS) architecture, a framework designed to allow rapid integration of new sensors, payloads, and weapons as threats evolve. The approach gives programme managers flexibility to adapt the platform without costly redesigns. Proven in contested environments. Gray Eagle ER demonstrated its multi-mission potential during Project Convergence Capstone-5 (PCC-5), the Army's large-scale modernisation experiment held last year. Operating in an electronically contested environment, the aircraft conducted persistent Detect, Identify, Locate, and Report (DILR) missions while simultaneously providing aerial mesh network support to manoeuvre units. The exercise highlighted how the platform can bridge communication gaps caused by terrain or range limitations, connecting soldiers and launched effects that might otherwise lose contact. Critically, it did this while remaining resilient to jamming. PCC-5 also demonstrated the platform's human-machine interface improvements, which reduce the cognitive burden on operators by automating certain inputs. Gray Eagle ER cross-cued ELINT, COMINT, SAR, and Aerial Tier Network Expansion (ATNE) data during the exercise, boosting force survivability across the Combined Joint Task Force. Strategic context. The upgrade reflects broader U.S. Army efforts to modernise its unmanned aerial systems for high-end conflict scenarios. As near-peer adversaries invest heavily in integrated air defence networks, the ability to detect, locate, and characterise those systems from standoff range has become a critical operational requirement. Gray Eagle ER's persistent endurance and open architecture position it as a central node in the Army's emerging intelligence and targeting networks.

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Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has signed an agreement to purchase an A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft from Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer.

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Training Role Secured in US AOC Program

CAE Defense & Security has been selected by Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) to provide training systems for the Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) program with the U.S. Air Force.

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On August 7, the company announced that it had formed a strategic partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) to develop an advanced air and missile defense system for the Golden Dome for America (GDA) initiative.

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Joe Kopacz Named AI Tech VP at SNC

Sierra Nevada Corp. has named Joe Kopacz as its first vice president of artificial intelligence technology.

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