Principal/ Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Level 3/4 Program Cost, Schedule, and Control Analyst for the Lake Charles, LA site. The role interfaces with program managers, CAMs, and finance teams to deliver robust cost and schedule management in support of Platform Systems Modernization efforts.

The position requires on-site presence in Lake Charles, LA, with up to 10% travel. A strong background in cost control, DoD reporting, and advanced Excel is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years related experience.
• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience.
• OR Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with 3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, cost forecasts, and variance explanations.
• Develop, review, and analyze cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare quarterly estimates-at-complete (EAC).
• Manage the preparation, validation, and submission of required DoD Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) deliverables.
• Perform cost and schedule risk assessments to assist program in identifying risks and establishing risk mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with the program management to develop Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plans (LRSP).
• Assist with compiling, forecasting, and managing applicable indirect rates and budgets.
• Performs analysis and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines.
• Monitor budgets for contract work and performs or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
• Ensures adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government.
• Build partnerships with program personnel to support program execution while maintaining compliant EVMS implementation in accordance with the EVMS System Description.

Skills

Excel

Pivot tables

Lookup functions

Conditional formatting

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

Tools

SAP (or similar business systems)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to deterring and defeating any adversary, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is seeking a Level 3 or Level 4 Program Cost, Schedule, and Control Analyst to support the Business Management team as part of the Platform Systems Modernization (PSM) Operating Unit (OU) on-site in Lake Charles, LA.

The Level 3 or Level 4 Program Cost Schedule & Control Analyst will interface with program managers, functional management, control account managers (CAMS), and business managers to provide financial support and analysis of various programs to achieve financial and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, cost forecasts, and variance explanations
• Develop, review, and analyze cash flow forecasts
• Prepare quarterly estimates-at-complete (EAC)
• Manage the preparation, validation, and submission of required DoD Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) deliverables
• Perform cost and schedule risk assessments to assist program in identifying risks and establishing risk mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with the program management to develop Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plans (LRSP)
• Assist with compiling, forecasting, and managing applicable indirect rates and budgets
• Performs analysis and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
• Monitor budgets for contract work and performs or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis
• Ensures adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
• Build partnerships with program personnel to support program execution while maintaining compliant EVMS implementation in accordance with the EVMS System Description

Basic Qualifications Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3)

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years related experience
• OR Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with 3 years of related experience
• Strong computer skills with high-level Excel skills, specifically the ability to work with pivot tables, lookup functions, and conditional formatting
• Must be able to work on-site (Lake Charles, LA)
• Must be able to travel as required (up to 10% of the time)

Basic Qualifications Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4)

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
• Or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
• OR Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with 6 years of related experience
• Strong computer skills with high-level Excel skills, specifically the ability to work with pivot tables, lookup functions, and conditional formatting
• Must be able to work on-site (Lake Charles, LA)
• Must be able to travel as required (up to 10% of the time)

Preferred Qualifications

• Defense Industry Experience
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data and figures
• Experience with SAP (or similar business systems)
• Prior program cost control experience

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

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

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.