Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 65,500 - 98,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

401K matching program

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Melbourne, FL seeks a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to support Cost Management. The role involves financial support, budget baseline development, and collaboration with cost account managers. Candidates must possess a degree in Finance or related fields, have at least 2 years of experience, and hold an active DoD Secret clearance. The position offers learning opportunities, health insurance, and a 401K matching program.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in relevant fields or a Master's degree.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Ability to work on-site daily in Melbourne, FL.

Responsibilities

• Interface with program and cost account managers for support.
• Develop budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration.
• Prepare budgets, schedules, and cost performance reports.

Skills

Financial systems knowledge

Cost performance reporting skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related fields

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Microframe Project Manager (MPM)

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start: Yes. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time.

Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) in the Melbourne, FL facility to support the Cost Management organization. This position will work on‑site daily.

Responsibilities

This Program Control Analyst position will interface with program managers, functional management, and cost account managers to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. The candidate will gain experience with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts and apply them to multiple contracts for control accounts within an engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT).

EVM Tasks

Establishment of Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled, assessment and maintenance of objective performance criteria, maintenance and justification of estimates to complete, and support to internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis. Additional responsibilities include budget baseline development, funding analysis, cost risk analysis, visibility reports, preparation of government cost performance reports, and review of performance measurement variance analysis.

Desired Traits and Abilities

• Ability to use financial systems, learn basic understanding of EVMS principles, and perform cost performance reporting/analysis skills.
• Develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity.
• Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques; work under general supervision while completing numerous assignments and escalating issues for management focus.
• Exert influence on peers and internal customers; good interpersonal skills while representing the group on special projects.

Program Control Analyst Duties

Support development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; support preparation of budgets, schedules, and ETC/EAC; perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting; assist with preparation and submission of monthly CDRLs such as IPMR; support variance analysis reports; facilitate program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system using Microframe Project Manager (MPM), SAP, Business Warehouse (BW), wInsight, MS Excel/Project/Powerpoint.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related fields OR Master's degree.
• Ability to work on site daily in Melbourne, FL.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher with 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 required by the company.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of Business Systems (SAP/Cobra).
• Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).

Benefits

We offer learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a friendly collaborative workplace. ERGs provide benefits and support for employees. National benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). The company offers a 9/80 schedule and a 401K matching program.

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 – $98,300.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.