Northrop Grumman

Sentinel - Principal Program Control Analyst (14830)

Northrop Grumman$81K — $122K *
Roy, UT 84067In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or related with 5 years relevant experience, or a Master's with 3 years, or 9 years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Proficiency in financial systems including SAP and Deltek Cobra.
  • Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Power BI.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in cost performance analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with program managers and cost account managers to provide financial and administrative analysis.
  • Apply Earned Value Management principles to contracts within an engineering IPT.
  • Establish Work Breakdown Structures for budget execution and performance criteria assessment.
  • Conduct budget baseline, funding and cost risk analyses, preparing performance measurement variance reports.
  • Develop and maintain cost/schedule integration for budget baselines and financial performance.
  • Prepare budgets, schedules, and analyses for Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EAC).
  • Assist in financial performance visibility and analysis.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts
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 Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Principal Program Control Analyst to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force's sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.

This is a fast-paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team. The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities: ability to use financial systems, with 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.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements.
  • Apply Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts to multiple contracts for control accounts within an engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT).
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Support the development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration.
  • Support preparation of budgets, schedules, and ETC/EAC.
  • Perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility.


Basic Qualifications
  • Requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field with 5 years of related experience; 3 years with a master's degree; or 9 years of related experience may be accepted with a HS Diploma (or equivalent) in lieu of a degree
  • Requires experience with SAP, SAP Business Warehouse, Deltek Cobra, MS Project, and/or OneIWO
  • Requires experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Power BI


Preferred Qualifications
  • Active Secret level security clearance or higher
  • Experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling
  • 3+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
  • Aerospace/Defense Industry experience
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent problem solving and organizational skills


Position Benefits

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, 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 position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

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