Principal Program Cost and Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (KY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

9/80 work schedule

401K matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems – Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) is seeking a Principal Program Cost & Control Analyst to provide cost support for program activities. The role is located on site daily in Melbourne, FL, with a focus on cost control systems, budget preparation, and EVM compliance.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with experience in government contracting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to obtain the US government secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting or similar fields.
• Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain final adjudicated US government secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor cost control systems on contracts with validated cost control.
• Analyze contracts and prepare reports to ensure parameters are within negotiated limits.
• Prepare budgets, funding profiles and variance analysis for contract work.
• Develop program plans to capture requirements and schedules.
• Monitor funding availability and expenditures; prepare projections.
• Forecast monthly material and subcontract costs.
• Incorporate contractual changes into control systems and maintain baselines.
• Perform monthly financial reporting and earned value management activities.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Microsoft Excel

Government contracting

Financial or accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

SAP S4

Deltek Cobra/MPM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems – Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) transforms breakthrough ideas into mission-ready capabilities through intelligent anticipation. We’re the front-end design engine, defining what comes next. From developing cutting-edge next-generation future aircraft to trailblazing collaborative autonomous platforms, we push the boundaries of technology and forge industry-leading partnerships that set new standards for what’s possible.

Our team owns the full lifecycle of advanced concept creation, from visionary early-stage designs and rapid prototyping to high-impact demonstrations and solving the toughest technical challenges in survivability, autonomy, and battle management. We seek curious, adaptable people who thrive on turning intuition into breakthrough solutions. If you’re driven to invent the future, build what’s next, and shape the landscape of national security, this is where you belong.

Northrop Grumman has an opening for a Principal Program Cost & 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 Melbourne, FL.

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 5 years of experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting and/or similar industry related fields OR a Master’s Degree with 3 years of experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting and/or similar industry related fields

• Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Experience using Earned Value Tools

• Experience with Microsoft Excel

• Financial or accounting experience

• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated US government secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP S4, Deltek Cobra/MPM

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)

• US Government defense experience

• Aerospace, Space, or Defense industry experience on a production contract

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We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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.

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation– 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.

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.

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.