Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst/ Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst - 19509

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: NoDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) or a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3). This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Base Strategic Deterrent program.

 

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

This requisition may be filled at either a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst level or a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst level.

What You’ll Get To Do: 

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 Deltek Cobra, Primavera P6, SAP, MS Excel/Project/PowerPoint.

This requisition may be filled at either a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst level or a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst level.

 

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Program Cost and Schedule Analyst level 2: Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of related experience; 0 years with a master's degree. Four additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. 
• Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience; 3 years with a master's degree. Four additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. 

Required for Both Levels: 

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • SAP (or Similar ERP System)
  • Excel (with Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP)
  • SAP Business Warehouse
  • Deltek Cobra
  • MS Project, and/or Primavera P6
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret level security clearance or higher
• Experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling
• 2+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
• Advanced Excel with Power Query, Pivot, and/or VBA Macros
• Aerospace/Defense Industry experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

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 position’s 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. 

#Sentinelbusmgmt

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $122,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

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.