Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Control Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site daily in Melbourne, FL.
This Program Control Analyst position will interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Candidate will gain valuable experience and knowledge with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts and be able to apply them to multiple contracts for control accounts within an engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT).
Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks include:Establishment of Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled, assessment and maintenance of objective performance criteria, maintenance and justifications of estimates to complete, and support to internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis. As well as, budget baseline, funding analysis, cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports, preparation of government cost performance reports and preparation and/or review of performance measurement variance analysis as well as development and analysis of estimates to complete.
This is a fast paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team. The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities:
Ability to use financial systems, to learn basic understanding of EVMS principles and hands on cost performance reporting/analysis skills
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 some influence on peers and internal customers; good interpersonal skills while representing the group on special projects outside of own group.
This Program Control Analyst duties could include; support the development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; support preparation of budgets, schedules, and ETC/EAC; perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting; assist in the preparation and submittal of monthly CDRLs such as IPMR; support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Microframe Project Manager (MPM), SAP, Business Warehouse (BW), wInsight, MS Excel/Project/Powerpoint.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting with 5 years experience in financial analysis or industry related fields OR Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting with 3 years experience in financial analysis or industry related fields
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM)
Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting
Ability to work on site daily in Melbourne, FL
Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated US government secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of Business Systems (SAP/Cobra)
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting with 5 years experience (or Master's with 3 years)
- Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM) and EVMS
- Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
- Experience using Microframe Project Manager (MPM), SAP, Business Warehouse (BW), wInsight, and Microsoft Project
- Ability to work on site daily in Melbourne, FL
- Ability to transfer and maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation)
- Understanding of business systems (SAP/Cobra)
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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