Operations Research Analyst - Level 2 or Level 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Overview Northrop Grumman employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today and for generations to come. Our culture emphasizes curiosity, diversity, collaboration, and a drive to define the future in space and defense technologies. We are seeking individuals who bring bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join our teams in inventing the future and having fun along the way. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit and beyond. Our Space Sector supports programs across the universe, contributing to human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery. Explore your future and launch your career with us. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. This role is Operations Research Analyst - Level 2 or Level 3 with a preferred location of Redondo Beach CA ; other major Space Sector locations may be considered. This position can be filled at either Level 2 or Level 3. Responsibilities Lead data (internal research) driven costing strategies, analysis and solutions for complex capture and business shaping efforts. Develop estimating factors, regression analysis and estimating relationships from company data. Support Analysis-of-Alternatives (AoAs), Business Case Analyses (BCAs), affordability initiatives, should-cost exercises, engineering trade analyses and Design-to-Cost (DTC). Initiate and lead cost studies to generate metrics and analysis for business use. Organize and estimate new efforts generating ROMs, BPEs, or cost targets for large/complex efforts. Perform data collection, normalization, and analysis. Utilize proprietary and commercial models and software tools. Provide data visualization and relational analysis. Develop and manage relationships with technical (engineering) staff. Support the Sector historical cost and technical database. Identify and evaluate risk and opportunities in cost estimates, terms and conditions, and all other business management related functions. Support and assist Independent Cost Evaluations (ICE) in support of the company-wide governance and risk management process. Other duties as assigned. If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! Basic Qualifications Level 2: Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience in Cost Modeling and Data Engineering – OR – Master’s degree with 1+ years of professional experience in Cost Modeling and Data Engineering. Level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of professional experience in Cost Modeling and Data Engineering – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of professional experience in Cost Modeling and Data Engineering. Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to make recommendations and provide guidance to effectively bring projects to completion. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to inform, present, negotiate and problem solve with a wide range of functions and people. Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access. US Citizenship is a prerequisite. Preferred Qualifications STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree preferred. Demonstrated experience in business management and labor and non-labor cost estimating. Experience working in space systems programs. Experience with parametric estimating techniques and principles. Experience using industry tools such as SEER, Crystal Ball, ACE-IT, USCM. Advanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools, e.g. Tableau and/or Power BI. Experience with languages and tools such as R, Python, ML models, etc. Relevant experience including exposures in the cost/business management/ops research world, with knowledge of quantitative risk techniques, cost and risk modeling, and government contracts. Database design/SQL experience. Experience in the aerospace industry. You\'ll be a great fit if you: Are proactive, thorough, eager to develop new ideas, and skilled in working autonomously in dynamic and high-pressure environments. Have the ability to support complex operations while collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Are a dynamic, self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently. Have the ability to work collaboratively on a team and the willingness to be an active and supportive member of a cross-functional team. About Space Sector: We are an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $125,200.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $155,400.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate\'s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP)