Principal Material Analyst

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a dynamic, energetic individual for the position of Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst Level 3 to join our growing team of diverse professionals on the IBCS Program. This individual will be assisting the Cost Account Management (CAM) Lead and be support the day-to-day activities to budge, plan, and report on a Material budget of $70M to $100M annually for the production delivery of Major End Items.

The Program Cost Schedule Production & Material Analyst will report to the Global Supply Chain Organization will be responsible for supporting Northrop Grumman IBCS programs in compliance with Earned Value Management. System (EVMS) requirements and program implementation of Production Materials and Subcontracts.

This position will be in Huntsville, Alabama.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for manufacturing support on programs in compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements
• Interface with Cost Account Managers (CAM) and providing monthly Earned Value Management cost/schedule data for the IBCS program
• Cost Performance Reporting requirements utilizing the Micro frame Project Manager (MPM) tool
• Reporting variance analysis and preparing cost reviews
• Generate weekly material reports
• Develop EAC Analysis for Material and Production of the Major End Items (MEI)
• Utilize SAP Material Resource Planning (MRP), transaction codes, data field elements and material business management processes to complete earned value reporting
• Support Integrated Product Teams on the MEIs
• Set up cost control system, monitors and controls costs and schedules on Contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
• Maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance including cost/schedule integration
• Perform analyses and prepares reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
• Prepare and maintain spend plans; develop and review Estimates at Complete (EACs); incorporate changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain cost and schedule baselines
• Assist Control/Cost Account Managers with EVMS activities including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and alignment; time-phasing of tasks; developing and documenting earned value methodologies; performance measurement; estimate to complete analysis and updates and variance analysis research and reporting
• Create financial charts in support of program management and program reviews; identify cost impacts and develop recovery plans as required
• Responsible for actuals reconciliation, budget change requests and ensuring proper accounting.
• Incorporate contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines

Basic Qualifications:

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 9 years of profession al related experience. Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of related professional experience
• Working experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Cost Account Management monthly reporting
• Use of Deltek Cobra or MPM
• Proficiency with SAP or Similar Material Resource Planning tool
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, PowerPoint (i.e. working with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and conditional formatting)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Certifications in Earned Value Management or Project Management a plus
• Proficiency of the following systems or software: Micro-Frame Program Manager (MPM) or similar project management
• Software, w/Insight, SAP Management Project Systems Module and Business Warehouse (BW)
• Experience in the following disciplines include and are not limited to Finance, Procurement, Logistics, Purchasing, Subcontracting, Supply Chain Management and Production

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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.