Program Control Analyst 4
Date: Jan 13, 2026
Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112
Company: United Launch Alliance
Requisition ID: 1560
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
As a Program Control Analyst 4 at ULA, key responsibilities include:
- Maintains system data and ensures accuracy of various cost models required to support forecasting of Indirect Rates, Pool Costs, and Activity Labor Rates
- Analyzes indirect cost trends at multiple levels and identifies priority areas for operational efficiency and profitability improvements
- Designs and utilizes forward-looking data analytics, visualizations, and historic trend analysis and presents actionable information to key stakeholders
- Creates ad-hoc cost models to support special projects, proposals, contract negotiations, and audits as required
- Helps drive adoption of enterprise priorities/decisions across both financial and operational areas of influence
- Assists in Long Range Business Plan (LRBP) cycle by integrating Indirect financial analysis with Direct program plans and Business Development projections
- Contributes to development of new enterprise financial reporting tools, dashboards, and visualizations
- Strategic, big picture perspective with expertise on the details for areas of responsibility
- Leads special‑projects while simultaneously managing multiple recurring job priorities
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 6 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Experience in corporate Finance (analysis, forecasting, or budget role)
- Strong organizational skills and commitment to reporting accuracy while meeting deadlines
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to work on teams in a very dynamic environment
- Experience working with large and complex data sets
- Advanced Excel skills, including data modeling, pivot tables, and lookup tables
- Willingness to work on-site a minimum of 4 days per week
Preferred Qualifications
- Proactive self-starter with ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams to addresses business situations
- Experience creating and presenting executive level materials
- Advanced cost and scheduling analysis experience and/or experience with Earned Value Management Reporting
- Project management experience
- Basic supply chain or contracts negotiation experience
- Hands-on experience with subcontracts and/or supplier performance monitoring
- Experience leading organizational change and process improvement initiatives
- Experiece with SAP, SAP-HANA, Power BI and MS Project.
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $104,798.00 - $174,664.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted
Nearest Major Market: Denver