Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

1d•$81,400 - $152,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4) in our Melbourne, FL facility to support the Material Cost Management organization. This position will work on-site daily. Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. This is an individual contributor role that can be filled at either level. 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 5 years of experience in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Goods Movement, Supply Chain or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 of years experience in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Goods Movement, Supply Chain or industry related field (for Level 3)
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Goods Movement, Supply Chain or industry related field OR Master's degree with 6 years of experience in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Goods Movement, Supply Chain or industry related fields (for Level 4)
Must have an active DoD 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 be Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Must have experience using Business Systems such as SAP, and/or Cobra, etc.
Must have experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Financial forecasting and/or material accounting experience.
Experience with Grouping, Pegging, and Distribution (GPD).

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