Northrop Grumman

Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman$94K — $141K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience OR Master's degree with 3 years of related experience
  • 9 years of applied experience may substitute for degree requirement
  • Proficiency in financial systems for cost performance reporting and analysis
  • Experience with COGNOS and SAP
  • Strong financial forecasting skills
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and Vlookup
  • Willingness to travel domestically up to 10%

Responsibilities

  • Support InSight PLM team in financial analysis and reporting
  • Track financial forecasts and Keyline metrics across annual and long-term plans
  • Assist in budget development and tracking for various programs
  • Prepare financial inputs for internal reports and presentations
  • Interface with various managers to provide financial support as needed
  • Support audits, proposals, and financial reviews as requested

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plan
  • Savings plan options
  • Generous paid time off
  • Education assistance and training opportunities
  • 9/80 work schedule availability
  • Flexible benefits that cater to individual needs
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: NoDescription

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst based out of San Diego, CA. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.

What You'll get to Do:

The Principal Program Cost Control Analyst(PCA) will support the InSight Product Line Management (PLM) team within the Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division (NIC) under the Mission Systems Sector. This role will include involvement in projects such as Independent Research and Development (IRAD) and Capital Projects as well as direct Contract work across multiple Operating Units within the NIC Division. This role will report directly to the InSight PLM Business Manager.

The PCA will interface with the InSight PLM Program Director, Strategy & Capture Managers, Engineering Managers and Business Managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet Product Line requirements. They will track financial forecasts across annual operating plans (AOP) and long-range strategic plans (LRSP) including major Keyline metrics, such as Awards, Sales, Operating Margin and Cash. This will require familiarity of Financial Planning (Cognos) and related financial forecasting tools and concepts.

The PCA will also support IRAD, Capital and Non-Contractual Technical Activity (NCTA) budget development and tracking on a biweekly or monthly basis.

The PCA will support audits, proposals and reviews as requested by programs, customers, and company management and prepare financial inputs to internal reports and presentations (IPRS, Dashboards, BARs, Etc.).

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of related professional experience
  • Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement
  • Experience with financial systems including cost performance reporting and analysis
  • Experience with COGNOS, SAP
  • Experience with financial forecasting
  • Strong PC skills - specifically Excel proficiency (including pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting)
  • Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration or related field
  • Experience with ERP2
  • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance measurement baseline concepts and ability to apply them to multiple contracts, CLINs and control accounts.


What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

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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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