Principal/Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman•Huntsville, AL

55d•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. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is seeking 3 Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst positions to support the IBCS Hardware and Software Business Areas. The positions are for either a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst or Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst dependent upon candidate qualifications. These positions are within the Business Management organization supporting the GC2S Business Unit in Huntsville, Alabama. The analysts will interact with various business area staff to solve reporting program issues and meet reporting requirements for the program. The analysts will interface with program managers, functional management, control account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance
High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience Or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience OR Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
Strong computer skills with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. working with pivot tables and vlookups)
Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL
Prior experience in preparing IPMR CDRLs (Formats 1-7), CSDR Reporting, IPMDAR, and CFSR
Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance
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 8years of business, finance, and/or program control experience OR Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
Experience using EVMS reporting and scheduling software
Prior experience in preparing IPMR CDRLs (Formats 1-7), CSDR Reporting, IPMDAR, and CFSR
Strong computer skills with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. working with pivot tables and vlookups)
Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL

Nice To Haves

Prior experience using Cobra and SAP or similar business systems
Strong communication and presentation skills to management and stakeholders
Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for positions supporting the IBCS Hardware Business Area
Experience with production contracts for positions supporting the IBCS Hardware Business Area
Experience with software contracts for positions supporting the IBCS Hardware Business Area

Responsibilities

EVMS Lead/Focal Point for assigned Business Area
Sets up cost control system, monitors, and controls costs/schedules for contracts requiring Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
Prepares 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
Preparing CFSR reports
Preparing external IPMDAR (Integrated Program Management Data & Analysis Report) EVMS reporting for the IBCS Software Business Area
Incorporates contractual changes into the control system by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines to include assisting in the development of planning directives
Interfaces with Control Account Managers (CAMs)
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
Works closely with Global Supply Chain and/or Huntsville Manufacturing (EPIC) in the development and maintenance of the cost/schedule baseline and forecasts for material and production labor (Applicable to Hardware Business Area)
Performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, variance analysis, and quarterly financial EACs
Assists in preparing for internal and external audits