Senior Principal Material Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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.If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman's Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As a Senior Principal Material Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 4 you will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?
Our Senior Principal Material Program Cost and Schedule Analyst will help prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist with financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlooks, cash forecasting and variance analysis. You will also work to ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation for expenditure projections and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government. This position will be in Chandler, AZ. This position is a non-teleworking role. The incumbent selected will need to sit on-site.
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Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Support internal and external audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, fact-finding and negotiation support
Perform analysis and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports, development and analysis of estimates to complete
Provide support to internal surveillance to include analysis of program performance, monitoring the Estimate to Complete (ETC) and program Estimate at Complete (EAC), review of Variance Analysis Reports (VARs) and Change Requests (CRs)
Integrated with the program to assist in the reconciliation of data facilitating an avenue for recommendations to program management/teams to include corrective actions
Apply knowledge of the DCMA data driven Earned Value Management Systems compliance process and current policy
Ability to facilitate training sessions as needed to support programs on various Earned Value Topics
Review current processes and procedures and provide recommendations for streamlining
Why You? You're the candidate we're searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.
This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program Access(es) within a reasonable period as determined by the company.
Basic Qualifications for level 4:
Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of stated professional experience - OR - Master's degree and 6 years of stated professional experience
Will consider an additional 4+ years of stated experience in lieu of degree
Experience with financial analysis or reporting
Strong understanding of material movement or material contracts in a government contracting setting
Experience with MS Office Suite
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Ability to obtain an Department of Defense (DoD) Clearance
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with program team, stakeholders, and various customers
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business Administration
Defense industry experience
Working knowledge and practical application of Earned Value Management (EVM) and industry standards EIA 748 guidelines
Program Cost Control experience
Experience with FAR/DFAR
Proficiency of the following systems or software: Deltek Cobra or similar project management software, Microsoft Project, SAP Management Project Systems Modules and Business Warehouse (BW)
Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance
DCMA EVMS audit experience
Working understanding of support to Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) both as a Prime and Subcontractor
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Primary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00The 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.
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
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