Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman•El Segundo, CA

1d•$94,200 - $141,200•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site daily in El Segundo, CA. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years experience in Business Management, finance, accounting, or related field.
Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Must have experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Must have experience with Business systems (such as SAP, Cobra, etc.)
Must have financial forecasting experience with EVMS and government cost reporting.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the AOP (annual operating plan) and LRSP (long range strategic plan) processes
Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR
Candidate has the ability to identify issues and problems across multiple contracts and make recommendations to management for resolution of mitigation

Responsibilities

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
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
Review of performance measurement variance analysis
Development and analysis of estimates to complete
Participate in the standard EVMS rhythm.
Preparing month-end reports
Reviewing EAC' changes; validating the incorporation of changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain Major Subcontract/GP cost and schedule baselines
Assist analysts' supporting CAMs for EVMS activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the tasks, developing and documenting earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting
Support monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans as required

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available
flexible work arrangements
phenomenal learning opportunities
exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
a very friendly team environment
exceptional benefits/healthcare
a 9/80 schedule
a great 401K matching program
health insurance coverage
life and disability insurance
savings plan
Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business