Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Program Control Analyst (Level 2) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site in Melbourne, FL or Palmdale, CA.

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

Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks include:

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

This is a fast paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team. This position will be required to operate independently with little management oversight.  The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities:

• Ability to use financial systems, to learn basic understanding of EVMS principles and hands on 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 very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus;

• Exert some influence on peers and internal customers; good interpersonal skills while representing the group on special projects outside of own group.

This Program Control Analyst duties could include; support the development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; support preparation of budgets and ETC/EAC; perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting; assist in the preparation and submittal of monthly CDRLs such as IPMDAR; support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Deltek Cobra, SAP S4, MS Excel/Powerpoint.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, financial analysis and/or industry related field OR Master's degree.

• Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher (with a 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 determined by the company to meet its business needs.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.