Northrop Grumman

Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman$81K — $122K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree with 3 years' or Bachelor's with 5 years' experience in program control, cost planning, finance, or similar fields
  • Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel (Macros, Pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint
  • Experience with financial forecasting including Awards, Sales, Margin, and Cash
  • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) for program execution
  • Leadership experience or team training experience for Level 4 candidates

Responsibilities

  • Interface with program managers and cost account managers to provide financial and administrative support
  • Prepare budgets and schedules aligned with contract requirements
  • Conduct comprehensive analyses to ensure contracts meet cost control guidelines
  • Maintain accurate expenditure records and manage funding requests
  • Perform cost analysis to support financial performance reviews
  • Develop cost control systems and adjust for changes in management systems
  • Support Integrated Product Teams and business management activities

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Access to exceptional healthcare and benefits
  • Flexible work schedules including a 9/80 or 4/10 option
  • Generous 401K matching program
  • Opportunities for professional growth and diverse project exposure
  • Inclusive work environment with a strong work/life balance
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst 3 or Sr.Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst 4 to join our team of high performing, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Clearfield, UT and requires working from our NG facility.

The Air Dominance Division is a fast paced, dynamic, and complex environment that requires a candidate to possess self-initiative, strong analytical skills, and solid leadership characteristics. Candidate will have the following, but not limited to, responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

This Program Cost & Schedule Analyst position will, under minimal supervision, interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. The Program Cost & Schedule Analyst will have experience with monthly performance management, financial planning and reporting, and performance measurement baseline concepts; applied across multiple contracts, working with an Integrated Product Team (IPT). This position will also have some experience with proposal, pre-contract, and contract startup. Good leadership skills & the ability to work with the Program Office while leading a smaller team are essential.

Additional responsibilities will include:
  • Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and perform and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, awards, margin, cash, EBIT, and variance analysis
  • Prepare program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled
  • Perform analyses and prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
  • Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
  • Conduct cost analysis to develop BACs, EACs, generate financial inputs, and support monthly cost and schedule reviews
  • Identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans as required
  • Set up cost control systems (e.g. SAP and COBRA) and incorporate changes into the cost management system to maintain cost and schedule baselines
  • Provide support to Integrated Product Teams, Cost Management, and Business Management Managers
  • Assist CAMs with performance management activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the tasks, developing and documenting performance methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting
  • Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management
  • Prepare customer performance and status reports and preparation and/or review of performance measurement analysis


This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below:

Basic Qualifications (for Level 3):
  • Master's degree with 3 years' experience or bachelor's degree with 5 years' proven experience in program control, cost planning, finance and/or similar industry related fields
  • Experience with MS Office including Excel (with Macros, Pivot tables and VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint
  • Experience supporting a robust business rhythm with control requirements and deliverables
  • Experience with financial forecasting of Awards / Sales / Margin / Cash
  • Experience with Earned Value Management and utilizing EVMS for effective program execution


Basic Qualifications (for Level 4):
  • Master's degree with 6 years' experience or bachelor's degree with 8 years' proven experience in program control, cost planning, finance and/or similar industry related fields
  • Experience with MS Office including Excel (with Macros, Pivot tables and VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint
  • Experience supporting a robust business rhythm with control requirements and deliverables
  • Experience with financial forecasting of Awards / Sales / Margin / Cash
  • Experience with Earned Value Management and utilizing EVMS for effective program execution
  • Experience leading or training teams or peers


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting a DoD Program with EVSM requirements
  • Possess intermediate to advanced skills working in Deltek systems like Cobra and/or MPM
  • Financial forecasting and/or material accounting experience
  • Experience with SAP
  • Understanding of and experience with providing support to Integrated Product Teams (IPT)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. GovernmentSecret within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs


We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?

At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule OR 4/10 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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