Northrop Grumman (Corporate)
Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst
Northrop Grumman (Corporate), Littlerock, California, United States, 93543
Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst
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 has an opening for a Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will provide cost support for program activities within our Aeronautics Sector. This position will be located on-site daily in Palmdale, CA or San Diego, CA. Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Setting up cost control system, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system Performing analyses and preparing reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters Preparing budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis Preparing program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled Monitoring funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and preparation of expenditure projections Monthly material and subcontract financial forecasting Incorporating contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines Performing miscellaneous financial analysis including monthly financial reporting/forecasting and monthly EACs Continually assessing and improving financial reporting processes to enhance efficiencies Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting and/or similar industry related fields OR a Master's Degree with entry level experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting and/or similar industry related fields Microsoft Office experience, including MS Excel, will be needed for the role Financial or accounting experience Ability to work onsite daily Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance and program access prior to starting within a reasonable amount of time as decided by the program. Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Secret clearance Experience with SAP, Deltek Cobra/MPM Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) - Department of Defense (DoD) experience Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Excellent problem solving and organizational skills Aerospace, Space, or Defense industry experience on a production contract Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00 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. 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.
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 has an opening for a Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will provide cost support for program activities within our Aeronautics Sector. This position will be located on-site daily in Palmdale, CA or San Diego, CA. Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Setting up cost control system, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system Performing analyses and preparing reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters Preparing budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis Preparing program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled Monitoring funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and preparation of expenditure projections Monthly material and subcontract financial forecasting Incorporating contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines Performing miscellaneous financial analysis including monthly financial reporting/forecasting and monthly EACs Continually assessing and improving financial reporting processes to enhance efficiencies Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting and/or similar industry related fields OR a Master's Degree with entry level experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting and/or similar industry related fields Microsoft Office experience, including MS Excel, will be needed for the role Financial or accounting experience Ability to work onsite daily Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance and program access prior to starting within a reasonable amount of time as decided by the program. Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Secret clearance Experience with SAP, Deltek Cobra/MPM Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) - Department of Defense (DoD) experience Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Excellent problem solving and organizational skills Aerospace, Space, or Defense industry experience on a production contract Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00 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. 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.