Principal Material Cost Analyst

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; Hybrid; USD 94,200 - 141,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional healthcare benefits

9/80 schedule

401K matching

Job summary

0090 CORP-Corporate Office is hiring a Principal Material Cost Management Analyst (Level 3) for their San Diego office. This role requires expertise in financial analysis, EVMS, and the ability to guide teams in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience or a master's with 3 years in a relevant field. A U.S. Government Secret Clearance is necessary, along with strong skills in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in business management, accounting, or financial analysis.
• 3 years of experience in a related field if holding a master's degree.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) implementation.
• Provide expertise in financial reporting and analysis.
• Lead small teams and communicate effectively.

Skills

Business Management

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Microsoft Office

Earned Value Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance Required For Start: No

Clearance Type: Secret

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Position Summary: Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Material Cost Management Analyst (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on‑site in San Diego, CA and requires the ability to work on‑site weekly in Rancho Bernardo with a hybrid telework schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide the implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs) while ensuring compliance with DOD EVMS guidelines and the Autonomous Systems Division EVM System.
• Provide hands‑on expertise in EVMS and financial reporting for financial systems and analysis.
• Communicate unique problems and recommend business/process solutions.
• Plan and schedule own activities, review work for adequacy, and exert influence on peers, internal customers, and others to support organizational goals.
• Lead small teams and clearly communicate thoughts and objectives.

Essential Functions

• Develop and review material Estimated at Completion (EAC) reports.
• Ensure alignment with purchase orders for Major Subcontracts and IWOs.
• Assist CAMs with EVMS activities including WBS alignment, time phasing of purchases, developing and documenting earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate‑to‑complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting.
• Support monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans.
• Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and perform financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
• Conduct analysis on material data and set up meetings with Control Account Managers to review data.
• Provide support to Integrated Product Teams and Cost Management Managers.
• Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, and/or industry‑related field.
• Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, and/or industry‑related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance and Program Access.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM).

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial forecasting and/or material accounting experience.
• Experience with Grouping, Pegging, and Distribution (GPD).
• Understanding of Business Systems (SAP/Cobra).

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching.

EEO & Citizenship

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.