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 plus 5 years or Master's degree plus 3 years in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related fields, or PhD with 1 year of experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience in financial forecasting with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or government cost reporting.
  • Capability to obtain government secret clearance promptly.
  • Demonstrates efficient time management and strategic problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with program managers and cost account managers to provide financial support.
  • Establish Work Breakdown Structures for budget execution and performance tracking.
  • Conduct variance analysis and prepare cost performance reports.
  • Support budget preparation, cost risk assessment, and funding analysis.
  • Incorporate baseline changes into electronic systems like Deltek Cobra and SAP S4.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available.
  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan.
  • Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Control Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site in San Diego, CA.This position requires the ability to work on site weekly in Rancho Bernardo with a hybrid telework schedule.

This Program Control Analyst position will interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Candidate will gain valuable experience and knowledge with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts and be able to apply them to multiple contracts for control accounts within an engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT).

Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks include:

Establishment of Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled, assessment and maintenance of objective performance criteria, maintenance and justifications of estimates to complete, and support to internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis. As well as, budget baseline, funding analysis, cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports, preparation of government cost performance reports and preparation and/or review of performance measurement variance analysis as well as development and analysis of estimates to complete.

This is a fast paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team. This position will be required to operate independently with little management oversight. The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities:
  • Ability to use financial systems, to learn basic understanding of EVMS principles and hands on cost performance reporting/analysis skills
  • Develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity;
  • Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques; Work under very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus;
  • Exert some influence on peers and internal customers; good interpersonal skills while representing the group on special projects outside of own group.


This Program Control Analyst duties could include; support the development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; support preparation of budgets and ETC/EAC; perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting; assist in the preparation and submittal of monthly CDRLs such as IPMDAR; support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Deltek Cobra, SAP S4, MS Excel/Powerpoint.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Must either have a Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields OR Master's degree with 3 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields or a PhD with 1 year of experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting
  • Ability to obtain a government secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the program to meet business needs


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrates efficient time management skills and strategic program solving
  • Ability to obtain or active government Top Secret clearance


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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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$36.7 billion
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