Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

4d•$65,500 - $98,300•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to support the Material Cost Management organization. This position will work on-site daily in Melbourne, Florida. This position will provide assistance and guidance to support the implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs), while ensuring compliance to DOD EVMS guidelines and the Autonomous Systems Division EVM System. 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: thorough understanding and experience in use of EVMS and financial reporting as a hands-on expert for financial systems and analysis; understand and communicate unique problems and recommend potential business/process solutions; plan/schedule own activities to accomplish objectives with work reviewed upon completion for adequacy; exert influence on peers, internal customers, and other to support organizational goals while prioritizing activities to effectively complete them; leadership/team skills in completing interactive assignments, lead small teams and clearly communicate thoughts and objectives. This Program Cost Control Analyst will focus in EVMS support for Major Subcontracts and General Procurement (GP). The analyst will be responsible for preparing month-end reports; developing and reviewing EAC's; incorporation of changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain Major Subcontract/GP cost and schedule baselines. The analyst will assist 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, goods movement, supply chain or related OR a Master's degree
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
Ability to work onsite daily in Melbourne, FL
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the business

Nice To Haves

Financial forecasting and/or material accounting experience
Experience with Group Pegging and Distribution (GPD)
Experience with Business Systems (SAP S4/Cobra)
Working Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) with ERP subcontract experience

Responsibilities

Develop and review material EACs
Ensure alignment with purchase orders for Major Subs and IWOs
Assist CAMs for EVMS activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the purchases, 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
Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and perform and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis
Conduct analysis on material data and set up meetings with control account managers to review data
Provide support to Integrated Product Teams and Cost Management Managers
Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and Suppliers