Description

Northrop Grumman Aerospace System (NGAS) is a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analysts (Level 2) in Oklahoma City, OK or Palmdale, CA facilities to support the Cost Management organization. This position will work on-site and have a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities will include;

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. 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, schedules, 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 IPMR; support variance analysis reports; facilitate and support program monthly rhythm process, incorporate baseline changes into EVM system while utilizing Microframe Project Manager (MPM), SAP, Business Warehouse (BW), wInsight, MS Excel/Project/Powerpoint.

Basic Qualifications Level 2:

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or industry related fields OR Master's degree
• Ability to work on site in a hybrid work schedule in Oklahoma City, OK or Palmdale, CA
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active final adjudicated government Department of Defense Secret Clearance with the ability to transfer and maintain Secret Clearance, and program access required within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company
• Understanding of Business Systems (SAP/Cobra)
• Experience in Government Contracting with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Financial forecasting experience with EVMS or government cost reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)

Salary ranges will be dependent upon where the position is based and follows our company geographic salary bands aligned with position, as this posting may include multiple locations and provide a variety of salary ranges per location. Specific salary offer for candidate selected will be commensurate with experience and aligned with local geography.

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. 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. Does this sound like you?

At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. 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.

Salary range will be dependent upon where the position is based/located and follows our company geographic salary bands aligned with position. Specific salary offer for candidate selected will be commensurate with experience.

Oklahoma City, OK Salary Band: $62,100 - $93,100

Palmdale, CA Salary Band: $75,800 - $113,800