Estimator (Estimator) Full-Time

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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 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. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 4 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position requires the ability to work on site daily in Redondo Beach, California.The Program Cost Control Lead will support the development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting; support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, and incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Cobra, SAP, and Business Warehouse (BW).Interface with the program manager, cost account managers (CAMs) and cost managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet program requirements. They will prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.This will include performing perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks such as Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports, development, and analysis of estimates to complete.Work under very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus.Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, fact-finding and negotiation supportPerform analysis and prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelinesPerform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports, development and analysis of estimates to completeOther duties as assignedIf this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience - OR - Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience - OR - PhD with 4 years of professional experienceWill consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degreeNo clearance required to startExperience with financial analysis or reportingEarned Value Management (EVM) experienceExperience with MS Office SuiteExperience with financial systems including cost performance reporting and analysisPreferredQualifications:Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business AdministrationDefense industry experienceProgram Cost Control experienceExperience with Cobra, Cognos, S4 Hana or SAPExperience with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Proposals, Cash Flow ModelsExperience as Lead Program Cost Control AnalystUnderstanding of Indirect Rate applicationExperience in training and mentoring junior team membersStrong PC skills - specifically Excel proficiency (including pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting)Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.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. 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. 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. SummaryLocation: United States-California-Redondo BeachType: Full time