Lead Program Performance Management Analyst - Defense Manufacturing

Saab seeks a Lead Program Performance Management Analyst to drive performance across complex defense manufacturing programs. In this role, you will own the design and execution of program performance frameworks, KPIs, and dashboards to track cost, schedule, and quality for high-impact engineering and production efforts. Partnering with cross-functional teams, you will analyze variances, support EVM and risk reviews, and lead data-driven corrective actions. You will prepare executive-ready insights, refine tools and processes, mentor junior analysts, and help ensure that Saab’s mission-critical solutions are delivered reliably, efficiently, and in line with global defense standards., * Lead program performance planning, tracking, and reporting for complex manufacturing and defense projects

• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and performance models to monitor cost, schedule, and quality
• Partner with engineering, production, and finance to analyze variances and drive corrective actions
• Support earned value management (EVM), risk assessments, and performance reviews with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare executive-level reports and presentations on program status and performance trends
• Continuously improve performance management processes, tools, and data integrity
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and relevant defense regulations
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to cross-functional improvement initiatives

• Program performance management
• Earned value management (EVM)
• KPI development and performance dashboards
• Data analysis and financial modeling
• Risk and variance analysis
• Project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
• ERP and/or manufacturing systems reporting
• Advanced Excel and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Stakeholder communication and executive reporting
• Process improvement and Lean/Six Sigma methods