Principal / Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control AnalystRequisition ID: R******** Category: Business ManagementLocation: Northridge, California, United States of AmericaClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Sector is seeking a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3)/ Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance within the Advanced Programs Operating Unit (OU). The positions are based out of Northridge, CA and will report to the Business Manager over Advanced Programs. There is no telework option for this position; it will be located in Northridge, CA. Relocation is also available. This role will be responsible for implementing data driven analytics into effective program performance outcomes. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced across financial management, leadership, collaboration, innovation, communication, project management, risk/opportunity management, business acumen, and proposal-based capabilities.
Roles and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Management of program financials, including: financial and cost forecasting, revenue, Operating Margin (OM), Cash, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis.Implement and maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance including cost/schedule/technical integration.Interface with other functions to generate weekly/monthly forecast, actuals, variance narratives reports and metrics.Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated parameters and government cost control guidelines.Develop and review Baselines and Estimates at Complete (EACs); Present and communicate results and changes.Work with finance, scheduling, and business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics.Prepare reports and provide recommendations to program management teams.Development of the consolidated Long Range Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan.Support the development of presentations for, and occasionally brief to, Division/Sector/Corporate leadership.Interface with business, program, and corporate personnel.Work with the Capture Lead, Proposal Manager, and core teams to develop compliant proposals and supporting deliverables.Provide support to the proposal team by developing, reviewing, and submitting proposals that effectively represent the proposal strategy and baseline.Basic Qualifications Principal Program Cost, Schedule & Control Analyst (Level 3): High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of business, Finance, Accounting, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience; or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of experience; or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience.Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on Development programs.Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and EVMS software (Deltek Cobra/MPM).Prior financial analysis and/or reporting experience.Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations.Defense Industry Experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Experience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs).Expertise in financial analysis.Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data, and strong critical thinking skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction.Must be able to work on-site in Northridge, CA.Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.Preferred Qualifications: 3+ years' experience with Earned Value Management and/or EVMS Software (Cobra).Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.Public Accounting experience.Strong GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience.Excellent oral and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail.Prior experience in Estimating and Pricing.Experience with CostPoint, IBM Cognos software (or another similar software), database software.Basic Qualifications: Sr. Principal Program Cost, Schedule & Control Analyst (Level 4): High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of experience; or Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience; or Master's degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience.Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on Development programs.Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and EVMS software (Deltek Cobra/MPM).Prior financial analysis and/or reporting experience.Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations.Defense Industry Experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Experience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs).Expertise in financial analysis.Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data, and strong critical thinking skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction.Must be able to work on-site in Northridge, CA.Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.Salary Range: $88,700 - $133,100
Salary Range 2: $109,900 - $164,900
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