Senior Financial Analyst - Rates & Overhead Strategy

Northrop Grumman Corp.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst (A03) to lead rate strategy, budgets, and overhead management.

You will forecast complex budgets, develop allocation bases, and ensure CAS, FAR/DFARS compliance while coordinating audit activity with regulatory bodies. This role requires clear stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration across program offices.

Qualifications

• Typically 6+ years of progressive financial analysis experience in aerospace/defense.
• Experience managing indirect budgets, rates, and overhead allocations.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and CAS applied to government contracts.
• Ability to model complex rates and perform audits.
• Strong written and verbal communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead indirect budgets, allocations, and overhead rate development with business units.
• Provide advanced forecasting for budgets and overhead structures.
• Develop allocation methodologies and base structures for cost distribution.
• Coordinate data and reporting for internal and external audits (DCAA/DCMA).
• Prepare financial briefings for senior management.

Skills

Aerospace & defence finance

FAR/DFARS/CAS knowledge

Direct labor & overhead rates

Data modeling

Excel / MS Office proficient

Communication skills

Auditing & regulatory readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial modeling software

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst (A03) to lead rate strategy, budgets, and overhead management.

You will forecast complex budgets, develop allocation bases, and ensure CAS, FAR/DFARS compliance while coordinating audit activity with regulatory bodies. This role requires clear stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration across program offices.