Northrop Grumman

Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (18205)

Northrop Grumman$81K — $122K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years in Business, Finance, or related fields, or Master's with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year; High School with 9 years considered
  • Experience with SAP, Deltek Cobra/MPM, or similar EVMS tools
  • Ability to prepare and present detailed briefings to senior-level stakeholders
  • 1+ years of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
  • US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Establish and manage a compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
  • Apply EVMS principles across multiple control accounts for accurate integration
  • Update and maintain Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and budgets
  • Produce variance analysis reports for senior leaders and government
  • Prepare government cost-performance reports per DoD guidelines
  • Utilize SAP and Earned Value software for decision-making data
  • Conduct schedule risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies
  • Implement process improvements based on trend analysis

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Work/Life Solutions and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts
  • 9/80 work schedule allowing for every other Friday off
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (level 3) to join its Business Management team in Roy, UT OR Huntsville, AL.

The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

What you will get to do:

Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

The selected person will:

  • Establish, configure, and maintain a compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and associated cost-schedule control infrastructure.

  • Apply EVMS principles and performance-measurement-baseline concepts across multiple control accounts within the Integrated Product Team, ensuring accurate cost-schedule integration.

  • Develop, update, and sustain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and associated budgeting/scheduling data, incorporating contractual changes and baseline adjustments.

  • Produce and present internal and external variance-analysis reports, including budget-baseline, funding forecasts, cost-risk assessments, and ETC/EAC estimates for senior leadership and government stakeholders.

  • Prepare and submit government cost-performance reports, briefings, and performance-measurement analyses in accordance with DoD guidelines.

  • Operate SAP (or equivalent ERP) and Earned Value software (e.g., Deltek Cobra/MPM) to generate hands-on cost-performance data and support decision-making.

  • Conduct schedule risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address cost and schedule uncertainties.

  • Design and implement moderate-to-complex process improvements and new reporting methods based on variance and trend analysis.

  • Interface regularly with program managers, functional managers, and Cost Account Managers to provide financial insight, support funding requests, and resolve cost-schedule issues.

  • Perform multiple high-visibility assignments under general supervision, meet critical schedule commitments, and proactively flag potential problems to senior management.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: 

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  

• 401k  

• Educational Assistance  

• Life Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions  

• Paid Time Off  

• Health & Wellness Resources  

• Employee Discounts  

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.  

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree from an accredited university with 5 years of Business, Finance, Accounting, Cost Accounting and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience, a Masters degree with 3 years of experience, a PhD and 1 year of experience. A HS Diploma (or equivalent) with 9yrs experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

  • Demonstrated experience with SAP, SAP Business Warehouse, Deltek Cobra/MPM, or comparable ERP/Earned Value Management tools.

  • Proven ability to prepare and present briefings to senior-level internal and external customers and to produce high-quality analytical reports.

  • 1+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience

  • Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active DoD Top Secret Clearance.

  • 3 + years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience on complex DoD programs.

  • Familiarity with Northrop Grumman contracts processes and procedures.

  • Aerospace/defense industry experience, including work with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR) CDRLs.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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

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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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
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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