Principal/Sr. Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 103,600 - 193,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401K matching program

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 3) or Sr. Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 4) in San Diego, CA, on a 4/10 on-site schedule.

This role requires active Secret clearance, DoD EVM experience, and strong MS Project/Office skills. The position emphasizes integrated master schedules, risk analysis, and cross-functional coordination across finance, engineering, manufacturing, and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's with related experience in business admin, finance, accounting, or industry field.
• Active Government Secret clearance or higher (or continuous evaluation).
• Ability to obtain Program Access.
• Experience in DoD Earned Value Management reporting with an IMS.
• Strong EVMS understanding and best practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate the integrated master plan and schedule to meet program objectives.
• Ensure schedules are integrated across Finance, Engineering, Material, Manufacturing, and Quality.
• Track plans, assess risk, and resolve critical path conflicts; analyze variances.
• Utilize Gantt, PERT and EVMS techniques to monitor progress.
• Assist audits and compliance reviews.
• Maintain Cost & Schedule integration across Enterprise projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Deltek Cobra

Deltek Acumen Risk

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 3) or Sr. Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

This position will be located on-site daily in San Diego, CA with a 4/10 work schedule. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. This is an individual contributor role that can be filled at either level.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives
• Ensures major projects and program schedules and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality
• Tracks plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts
• Uses Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas
• Assists in preparing for internal and external audits and/or compliance reviews
• Assists with maintaining Cost & Schedule integration across all Enterprise projects

Basic Qualifications for Level 3

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, or industry related field.
• Must have an active Government Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Experience in Government DoD Earned Value Management reporting with an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Comprehensive understanding of EVMS standards and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.

Basic Qualifications for Level 4

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 6 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, or industry related field.
• Must have an active Government Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Experience in Government DoD Earned Value Management reporting with an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Comprehensive understanding of EVMS standards and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in material cost management.
• Excel Macro/VBA Skills.
• Experience in Deltek Cobra.
• Experience in Deltek Acumen Risk.
• Experience in Microsoft Project and Project Server.
• Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA).

Benefits and Working Arrangements

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive 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: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00

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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space — our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.