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Northrop Grumman

Level 2/Level 3 Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst - Hybrid Teleworking

San Diego, CA

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.

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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) or a Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site in Rancho Bernardo, CA with hybrid teleworking available supporting the AISRT Business Unit.

Essential Functions:
  • Performs performance measurement baseline (PMB) monitoring and analyzing the Estimate to Complete (ETC), Estimate at Complete (EAC), significant variances, risk management reserve (MR), and financial reserve (FR), and preparing of internal and external status reports
  • Performs EAC assessments of subcontracts and general procurement material.
  • Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure program contracts are within negotiated, agreed-upon parameters, government cost control guidelines, and accounting guidelines
  • Participates in the control of costs and schedules through cost schedule control system
  • Performs quarterly profitability assessments
  • Supports Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes
  • Prepares monthly Indicated Final (IF)
  • Supports management of program area financials, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, estimate at completion analysis
  • Supports development of consolidated program Long Range Strategic Plans (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans
  • Executes and supports Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation
  • Works with the business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics and to support the management & reporting requirements for the program
  • Prepares monthly resources (NCTA) budgets and actual tracking
  • Supports initiatives and ad hoc requests from Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership
This position may be filled as either a level 2 Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst or level 3 Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
  • Master's degree with entry level experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting OR a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in Business Administration, Finance, or accounting, financial analysis, or industry related fields
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
  • Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in Business Administration, Finance, or accounting, financial analysis, or industry related fields
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or similar
  • Excel experience including Macros, VLOOKUP and Pivot tables
  • Experience with Indirect budget planning and forecasting
  • Experience with the Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Strategic Plan processes
  • Experience with NGFP (Cognos IBM Planning Analytics)
  • Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR
We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. 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. Does this sound like you?

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- 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.

Salary Range: $72,100 - $108,100
Salary Range 2: $88,700 - $133,100

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10154478
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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