RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is seeking 4 Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst positions to support the IBCS Hardware and Software Business Areas. The positions are for either Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) or Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) dependent upon candidate qualifications. These positions are within the Business Management organization supporting the GC2S Business Unit in Huntsville, Alabama. The analysts will interact with various business area staff to solve reporting program issues and meet reporting requirements for the program. The analysts will interface with program managers, functional management, control account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis. Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Sets up cost control system, monitors, and controls costs/schedules for contracts requiring Earned Value Management (EVMS) Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed upon parameters and government cost control guidelines Prepares program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled Ensures adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government Support CFSR reporting Support external IPMDAR (Integrated Program Management Data & Analysis Report) EVMS reporting for the IBCS Software Business Area Incorporates contractual changes into the control system by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines to include assisting in the development of planning directives Interfaces with Control Account Managers (CAMs) Guides CAMs with EVMS activities to include time phasing of budgets and forecast; determining the appropriate earned value methodology and performance measurement; estimate to complete analysis and updates, variance analysis research and reporting, EVM trip wire review and analysis, coordinating the completion of monthly EVM artifacts Builds partnerships with program personnel to support program execution while maintaining compliant EVMS implementation in accordance with the EVMS System Description Works closely with Global Supply Chain and/or Huntsville Manufacturing (EPIC) in the development and maintenance of the cost/schedule baseline and forecasts for material and production labor (Applicable to Hardware Business Area) Performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, variance analysis, and quarterly financial EACs Assists in preparing for internal and external audits This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. Basic Qualifications for Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience Or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience OR Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline Strong computer skills with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. working with pivot tables and vlookups) Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL Basic Qualifications for Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience Or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience OR Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience Experience using EVMS reporting and scheduling software Prior experience in preparing IPMR CDRLs (Formats 1 7), CSDR Reporting, IPMDAR, and CFSR Strong computer skills with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. working with pivot tables and vlookups) Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL Preferred Qualifications Prior experience using Cobra and SAP or similar business systems Strong communication and presentation skills to management and stakeholders Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for positions supporting the IBCS Hardware Business Area Experience with production contracts for positions supporting the IBCS Hardware Business Area Experience with software contracts for positions supporting the IBCS Hardware Business Area Primary Level Salary Range: $70,600.00 $105,800.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $87,000.00 $130,600.00 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.