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 in San Diego, CA. This position requires the ability to work on site weekly in Rancho Bernardo with a hybrid telework schedule.
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. This position will be required to operate independently with little management oversight. 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 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 IPMDAR; support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Deltek Cobra, SAP S4, MS Excel/Powerpoint.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must either have a Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields OR Master's degree with 3 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields or a PhD with 1 year of experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis or industry related fields
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
- Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting
- Ability to obtain a government secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the program to meet business needs
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrates efficient time management skills and strategic program solving
- Ability to obtain or active government Top Secret clearance
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience OR Master's degree with 3 years OR PhD with 1 year in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
- Financial forecasting experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or government cost reporting
- Ability to obtain a U.S. government Secret security clearance within a reasonable time
- Experience using Deltek Cobra and SAP S4 (financial/EVM systems)
- Ability to perform cost performance reporting, variance analysis, and estimates to complete (ETC/EAC)
- Demonstrated time management and strategic problem-solving skills
- Ability to obtain or active government Top Secret clearance
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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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