Requisition ID: R10178938

• Category: Business Management
• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a qualified Sr. Principal Program Cost Schedule & Control Analyst (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in San Diego, CA. An active Secret Clearance is required to start.
Essential Functions:
This Program Cost Control Analyst position will, under minimal supervision, interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. This position will lead a small team of analysts in the monthly earned value rhythm and work with leadership to ensure accuracy and communication.
The Program Cost Control Analyst will have experience with Earned Value Management and performance measurement baseline concepts and be able to apply them to multiple contracts for control accounts within an engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT). This position will be responsible for leading and training other analysts if full level 1 Earned Value contracts.
Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks include:

• Establishing Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled
  
• Assessing and maintaining of objective performance criteria – developing, maintaining, analyzing and justification of estimates to complete
  
• Supporting internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis and budgeting baseline
  
• Maintaining a solid and accurate cost and schedule integration with business partners and program teams
  
• Analyzing funding, cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports - Preparing government cost performance reports and preparation and/or review of Performance measurement variance analysis
  

Additional responsibilities will include:
Perform analysis & prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. Be responsible for supporting the preparation and coordination of the monthly and quarterly financial forecasting and reporting processes. Provide internal reporting requirements to include incorporation of forecast, identification of staffing issues related to baseline/ETC, and execution of corrective action or updates using program reporting tools. This position will interface with Business Managers and support booking rate files and profitability updates. Good leadership skills & the ability to work with the Program Office while leading a smaller team are essential.
The successful analyst will possess the following traits and abilities: ability to use financial systems, with understanding of Do D financial rhythms; provide strategic guidance as required; 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 influence on peers and internal customers; good interpersonal skills while representing the finance team on various projects.
Basic Qualifications:

• Master's degree with 6 years experience or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in the following areas: business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields.
  
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Excel and Power Point
  
• Experience successfully supporting a monthly financial forecasting rhythm
  
• Experience with EAC development and analysis
  
• Experience with MPM and/or Cobra
  
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
  
• Active DOD Secret clearance required to be considered for the role
  
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access prior to starting, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the business
  

Applicable EVM Experience must be listed on your resume*
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing CDRLs (IPMR/IPMDAR/CPR/CFSR/CSDR)
  

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Salary Range: $113,500 - $170,300
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.