Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector seeks a Program Cost Control Analyst – Level 3 or 4 for onsite work in Redondo Beach, CA. You will lead cost control, budgeting, and EVM analyses for critical contracts, collaborating with program teams to ensure schedule adherence and financial integrity.

Ideal candidates have a degree with relevant experience and active clearance. The role offers a structured 9/80 schedule and opportunities to influence major programs within a leading defense contractor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD
• Requires an active Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
• Experience with financial analysis or reporting
• Experience with MS Office Suite
• Defense industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning, reporting, and analysis of financial metrics (Sales, Margin, Cash, Awards) for the I&S BU
• Lead monthly and quarterly financial deliverables and analysis
• Set up cost control system and monitor costs and schedules on contracts
• Perform Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks and develop budgets and forecasts

Skills

Financial analysis

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

Costpoint

Cobra

Cognos

Primavera

SAP

S/4 Hana

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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.Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Program Cost Control Analyst – Level 3 or 4 located in Redondo Beach, CA you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.Our Program Cost Control Analyst will help prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist with financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlooks, cash forecasting and variance analysis. You will also work to ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation for expenditure projections and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government. This position will support intercompany programs and the site General Manager.This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.Your Role and Impact:Strategic planning, reporting, and analysis of key financial metrics (Sales, Margin, Cash, Awards) for the I&S BU. Includes quarterly Estimate-at-Complete (EAC) contract profitability assessment, cash flow/balance sheet management, risk and opportunity assessmentLead monthly and quarterly financial deliverables and analysisCommunicate financial progress and provide insight to senior leadership on regular basisSupport monthly BU Operations reviews through preparation of financial content, including Quarter and Full Year forecast variance narrative and upside/downside sensitivity assessmentLead development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) through collaboration with Business Development and Program ManagementSet up cost control system, monitor and control costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control systemSupport audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, fact-finding and negotiation supportPerform analysis and prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelinesPerform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports, development and analysis of estimates to completeOther duties as assignedIf this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!Basic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhDWill consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Requires an active Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of applicationExperience with financial analysis or reportingExperience with MS Office SuiteBasic Qualifications for Level 4:Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Requires an active Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of applicationExperience with financial analysis or reportingExperience with MS Office SuitePreferred Qualifications:Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business AdministrationDefense industry experienceProgram Cost Control experienceExperience with FAR/DFARExperience with Costpoint, Cobra, Cognos, Primavera, S4 Hana or SAPExperience with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Proposals, Cash Flow ModelsExperience as Lead Program Cost Control AnalystUnderstanding of Indirect Rate applicationExperience with various contract types, such as FFP, FPAF, T&M, OTAEarned Value Management (EVM) experienceCurious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:https://www.northropgrumman.com/spaceWorking at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.Northrop Grumman Total RewardsPrimary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00The 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.