Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (18203)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense has an opening for a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (level 2) to join its Business Management team in Roy, UT OR Huntsville, AL.

The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

What you will get to do:

Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

The selected person will:

Interface with program managers, functional managers, and Cost Account Managers to provide financial and administrative support and analysis.

Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to multiple control accounts within the Integrated Product Team, maintaining the performance-measurement baseline.

Build, maintain, and update the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and associated cost-schedule baseline.

Generate and deliver internal and external variance-analysis reports, including budget, funding, cost-risk, and ETC/EAC assessments.

Prepare government cost-performance reports and briefings for senior leadership and external customers.

Operate SAP (or comparable ERP) and Earned Value software (e.g., Deltek Cobra/MPM) to produce hands-on cost-performance data.

Analyze variances and trends, develop moderate-scope process improvements, and create new reporting methods.

Support development of budget baselines, schedule risk assessments, and cost-schedule integration.

Conduct financial performance analyses and produce visibility reports to inform decision-makers.

Perform multiple assignments under general supervision, meet schedule commitments, and proactively flag potential issues.

Position Benefits:  

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: 

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  

• 401k  

• Educational Assistance  

• Life Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions  

• Paid Time Off  

• Health & Wellness Resources  

• Employee Discounts  

  

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience in Business, Finance, Accounting, Aerospace and Defense, or related professional experience; a Master's degree with 1 year; or 6 years with a HS Diploma (or equivalent) may be accepted in lieu of degree
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Experience using an ERP system, SAP, SAP Business Warehouse, Deltek Cobra/MPM, OR other Earned Value Management software.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel (including macros/VBA)
• Ability to prepare and present briefings to senior-level internal and external customers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
• 1+ year of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
• Familiarity with Northrop Grumman contracts processes and procedures.
• Aerospace/defense industry experience, including work with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR) CDRLs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

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.

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.