Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
We’re looking for you to join our team as a Principal Financial Analyst to support the Navigation and Cockpit Systems Business Unit out of Woodland Hills, CA. This position will be on-site. No teleworking is available for this position. This position offers the 9/80 schedule.
What You’ll Get to Do:
The Principal Financial Analyst will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and reporting of their budgets for the Navigation and Cockpit Systems (NACS) Business Unit of Northrop Grumman in Woodland Hills, CA.
The Principal Financial Analyst will collaborate closely with all levels of the NACS management team to develop and manage their respective budgets. The Financial Analyst responsibilities include weekly and monthly Productive and Indirect Labor reporting, Non-Labor Expense forecasting, analysis as well as participating in the Mission Systems Sector annual Forward Pricing Rate Proposal process.
Additional roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Conducts variance analysis throughout the year and provides recommendations to BU leadership for areas of strategic focus
Ensures planned and actual overhead expenditures meet the financial goals and objectives of the organization while also complying with corporate guidance and federal regulations
Provides administrative support including but not limited to processing journal entries, intercompany cost transfers, and accounts payable support.
Interface with the program managers, functional management and business managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet the Business Units profitability goals
Fosters an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication with stakeholders at all levels
Encourages a fast‑paced mindset (Acts with Speed) and seeks ways to simplify budgeting, improve data accuracy, and shorten cycle times.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field with 5 years of related experience, or Master’s Degree as described with 3 years of related professional experience
May consider an additional 4 years of direct related experience in lieu of degree
Experience experience preparing financial data and performing financial analysis
Strong understanding of government accounting
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with SAP
The ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time.
US Citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with IBM Cognos Planning, Tableau, Power Bi and Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
Experience with Aerospace & Defense rates and budgets.
What We Can Offer You
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field with 5 years of related experience; or a qualifying master’s degree with 3 years of related professional experience
- An additional 4 years of direct related experience may substitute for the degree requirement
- Experience preparing financial data and performing financial analysis
- Strong understanding of government accounting
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience with SAP
- Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time
- U.S. citizenship
- Experience with IBM Cognos Planning, Tableau, Power BI, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with aerospace and defense rates and budgets
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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