Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be onsite in Melbourne, FL.
Essential Functions:
Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives
Ensures major projects and program schedules and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality
Tracks plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts
Utilizes Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields experience OR a Master's Degree with 3 years of business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields experience OR Associate's Degree with 7 years of business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields experience OR High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields experience
Scheduling and planning experience
Experience with EVMS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Basic understanding of Microsoft Project
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company
Preferred Qualifications:
Active U.S. government Secret Clearance
Aerospace/Defense Industry Experience
Excel Macro/VBA Skills
Experience working in Microsoft Project Server Environment
Experience in Deltek Cobra
Experience in Deltek Acumen Risk
Knowledge of DCMA health metrics
Schedule Management Experience and MS Project Experience
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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.
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience OR Master's degree with 3 years OR Associate's degree with 7 years OR High School Diploma/GED with 9 years in business, finance, accounting, program control or related fields
- Scheduling and planning experience
- Experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management System)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Project
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret Clearance
- Willingness/ability to travel up to 10%
- Active U.S. government Secret Clearance
- Aerospace/Defense industry experience
- Excel Macro/VBA skills
- Experience working in Microsoft Project Server environment
- Experience in Deltek Cobra
- Experience in Deltek Acumen Risk
- Knowledge of DCMA health metrics
- Schedule management experience and advanced MS Project experience
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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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.
Northrop Grumman Insights
What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
