Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to join their innovative team. This role offers the chance to work on strategic and space-related programs, directly impacting the future of defense and technology. You will be responsible for preparing budgets, analyzing financial data, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure project success. This position allows you to leverage your extensive finance experience while contributing to groundbreaking projects that shape history. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 12+ years of finance experience or relevant degree with 6-8 years of experience.
• Knowledge of financial applications in a computerized environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up cost control systems and monitor costs on contracts.
• Prepare budgets and perform financial analyses for projects.

Skills

Finance Experience

Budget Preparation

Data Analysis

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Finance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: No

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 mission readiness, 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 is seeking a Sr. Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position can be worked full-time remote.

As a Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting our strategic and space related business programs. This position will work very closely with Northrop Grumman program management, operational leaders, and internal and external customers. Responsible for the preparation of budgets and schedules for contract work and financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Performs data gathering and analysis to ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, preparation of expenditure projections, and submittal of timely requests for additional funding to the government. Aides in incorporating contractual changes into control systems to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.

Responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following tasks:

• Setting up cost control systems, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system.
• Preparing budgets for contract work and performing and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
• Preparing and analyzing financial reports and communicate recommendations to management in a clear, organized summary.
• Working with the program team to integrate project cost with scheduled activity.
• Analyzing business processes and making recommendations to improve process efficiency and support continuous improvement.
• Identifying potential profit impacts to programs, and making recommendations for mitigation and improving profit margin
• Preparing and tracking key performance metrics to direct management

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

• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 12 or more years of finance experience. Will also consider a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university (will be verified) and 8 years of experience or a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and 6 years of experience.
• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power Point).
• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD security clearance. US Citizenship is a prerequisite.
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience.

Salary Range: $103,200.00 - $154,800.00The 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.

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