We have multiple openings for Project Controls Analysts .  This work will take place within the Extreme Light, Matter and Fusion (LMF) Directorate, home to the world’s most energetic laser.  It is an exciting time to join the team that achieved fusion ignition in December 2022, a historic moment in science, opening new physics regimes and setting the stage for new fusion energy possibilities.  You will be responsible for contributing to the development of current and future project controls scheduling guidance, work processes, tools, and procedures to support multiple high-priority Directorate projects including the National Ignition Facility (NIF) Enhanced Yield Capability and NIF Sustainment, valued at $750M and $600M, respectively. This work will be completed  in collaboration with an existing team that is responsible for resource loading, cost estimates, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and corrective action planning.  You will utilize Project Management and Earned Value Management methodologies to provide in-depth review, analysis, and reporting of project cost, schedule, and risk throughout the project lifecycle. These positions are in the Extreme Light, Matter and Fusion (LMF) Directorate. These positions will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.  This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week.  You will Coordinate with integrated project teams, project managers and control account managers to assess schedule impacts, validate scope, sequencing, durations, resource requirements, and milestone commitments and provide schedule guidance as needed. Prepare and develop schedule analytics, including critical path, float, variance, slippage trends, milestone health and key driver analysis. Oversee and implement dashboards that communicate project health, forecast trends, and key risk drivers to stakeholders at multiple levels. Monitor and develop complex analyses, reviews, and documentation of program performance measurement and cost variances according to established process, procedures, and monthly business rhythm. Prepare and present accurate program reporting deliverables, including performance data that supports sponsor reporting requirements and cost, schedule, and earned value information for review meetings. Develop project controls work, apply earned value management techniques, and support training of project personnel on project controls processes and tools. Perform other duties as assigned. Additional job responsibilities, at the Q01.5 level Lead, develop and manage enterprise and integrated schedules for large scale, highly complex interrelated work across multiple organizations. Develop and lead highly complex metrics and alerts to  identify activity slippage and emerging risks, enabling  proactive management action before milestones are impacted. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert leading the effective execution of the project controls system within the LMF organization by interpreting requirements and implementing advanced earned value management systems. Lead the development and implementation of project controls work processes, tools and procedures. Oversee the development of training classes for project controls processes and practices.  Mentor and support project controls staff, fostering professional growth and effective performance. Regularly interfaces with senior management in the development of project controls initiatives by preparing and delivering briefings. Ensure integrity of project controls data and compliance with processes and procedures.