RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is seeking a
Level 3 or Level 4Program Cost, Schedule, and Control Analyst to support the Poland WISŁA offsets Phase II Program as part of the International Business Area as part of the IBCS Operating Unit within our Business Management organization on-site in
Huntsville, Alabama.The Level 3 or Level 4 Program Cost Schedule & Control Analyst will interact with various operating unit, business area, and division staff to solve reporting program issues and meet reporting requirements. In addition, the Analyst will interface with program managers, functional management, control account managers (CAMS) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis.
Responsibilities:
Sets up the cost control system and monitors and controls costs on contracts requiring Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Performs analysis and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
Prepares budgets for contract work and performs or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis
Prepare program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled
Ensures adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
Incorporates contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines
Guides CAMs with EVMS activities to include time-phasing of budgets and forecast; determining the appropriate earned value methodology and performance measurement; estimate to complete analysis and updates, variance analysis research and reporting, EVM trip wire review and analysis, coordinating the completion of monthly EVM artifacts
Builds partnerships with program personnel to support program execution while maintaining compliant EVMS implementation in accordance with the EVMS System Description
Basic Qualifications Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3):
This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years related experience
OR Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with 3 years of related experience
Experience with Earned Value Management and/or EVMS Software
Strong computer skills with high-level Excel skills, specifically the ability to work with pivot tables, lookup functions, and conditional formatting
Must be able to work on-site at either location (Huntsville, AL)
Must be able to travel as required (up to 10% of the time)
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance
Basic Qualifications Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4):
High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
Or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
OR Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with 6 years of related experience
Experience with Earned Value Management and/or EVMS Software
Strong computer skills with high-level Excel skills, specifically the ability to work with pivot tables, lookup functions, and conditional formatting
Must be able to work on-site at location (Huntsville, AL)
Must be able to travel as required (up to 10% of the time)
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Defense Industry Experience
Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data and figures
Experience with Deltek Cobra and/or SAP (or similar business systems)
Prior program cost control experience
Active DoD Secret security clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00
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.
