Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Relocation assistance may be available. No clearance required for start. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time. Description 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. Position Details Principal Program Control Analyst – San Diego, CA. This position requires the ability to work on site weekly in Rancho Bernardo with a hybrid telework schedule. Responsibilities Interface with program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Gain valuable experience and knowledge with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts and apply them to multiple contracts for control accounts within an engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT). Establish Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled, assess and maintain objective performance criteria, maintain and justify estimates to complete. Support internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis, budget baseline, funding analysis, cost risk analysis/assessment, and visibility reports. Prepare government cost performance reports and review performance measurement variance analysis. Develop and analyze estimates to complete. Support development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; support preparation of budgets and ETC/EAC. Perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting. Assist in the preparation and submittal of monthly CDRLs such as IPMDAR. Support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Deltek Cobra, SAP S4, MS Excel/PowerPoint. Required Traits and Abilities Ability to use financial systems, learn basic understanding of EVMS principles and have hands‑on cost performance reporting/analysis skills. Develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity. Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques. Work under very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus. Exert some influence on peers and internal customers; possess good interpersonal skills while representing the group on special projects outside of own group. Basic Qualifications Must either have a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields OR Master’s degree with 3 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields OR a PhD with 1 year of experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint). Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting. Ability to obtain a government secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the program to meet business needs. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrates efficient time management skills and strategic program solving. Ability to obtain or active government Top Secret clearance. Salary Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 – $141,200.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers. Benefits Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. 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. EEO Statement 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