Principal or Senior Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst

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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations.

Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team. This Principal or Senior Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3 or Level 4) role is a full-time onsite position located in El Segundo, CA or Hollywood, MD. This position will report to the Mission Applications Department Business Manager and will be responsible for supporting Northrop Grumman Corporation Defense Systems programs in compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements and program implementation.

Roles and Responsibilities

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 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 to maintain cost and schedule baselines. Financial CDRL deliverables. Assist Control Account Managers (CAMs) 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. Performs and / or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, and variance analysis. 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 to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines. Operates in a dynamic environment with competing priorities, while maintaining attention to detail.

Basic Qualifications

This position may be filled at a Principal level or Sr. Principal level. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience; Master's degree with 3 years; or a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 9 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree (Sr Principal level requires a Bachelors and 8 years; Master's degree with 4 years or a HS diploma (or equivalent) and 12 years of experience). Requires US Citizenship and an Active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Requires a minimum 2 years of working experience with EVMS (COBRA is the preferred system). Requires experience with Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTable), Word, PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

High proficiency of the following systems or software : COBRA or similar project management software, COGNOS (NGFP - Planning Analytics), SAP S / 4 and Excel based Analysis Office (AO). Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret (TS) Clearance. Active Department of Defense Special Compartmented Information Access (SCI). Experience in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, and variance analysis.

Position Benefits

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including : Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, 401k, Educational Assistance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs & Work / Life Solutions, Paid Time Off, Health & Wellness Resources, Employee Discounts.