Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

2d•$94,200 - $176,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) or a Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Analyst (Level 4) in our San Diego, CA facility to support the Material Cost Management organization. This position requires the ability to work on-site weekly in San Diego with a hybrid telework schedule. This is an individual contributor role that can be filled at either level. The role involves providing assistance and guidance for the implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs), ensuring compliance with DOD EVMS guidelines and the Autonomous Systems Division EVM System. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess a thorough understanding and experience in EVMS and financial reporting, be adept at identifying and solving unique business/process problems, manage their own activities effectively, influence peers and customers, and demonstrate leadership/team skills. The Program Cost Control Analyst will focus on EVMS support for Major Subcontracts and General Procurement (GP), including preparing month-end reports, developing and reviewing Estimates at Completion (EACs), incorporating changes into the EVMS system, and assisting CAMs with EVMS activities such as WBS alignment, time phasing, developing earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis, and variance analysis. The role also involves supporting monthly cost and schedule reviews, identifying pressures and opportunities, and developing recovery plans.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, and/or industry related field (for Level 3).
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 6 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, and/or industry related field (for Level 4).
Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period.
Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period.
Demonstrated working knowledge of EVMS with ERP subcontract experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
Experience with Business Systems, such as SAP, Cobra, etc.

Nice To Haves

Financial forecasting and/or material accounting experience.
Experience with Group Pegging and Distribution (GPD).
Material Cost Management experience.

Responsibilities

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.
Prepare month-end reports.
Develop and review Estimates at Completion (EACs).
Incorporate changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain Major Subcontract/GP cost and schedule baselines.
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.
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.