Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst to join our Strike division of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA and requires the ability to work on-site daily.

Essential Functions:

• Sets up cost control system, monitors and controls costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system

• Performs analyses and prepares reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines

• Prepares budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis

• Prepares program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled

• Performs schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks

• 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

• Incorporates contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive 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 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! Does this sound like what you're looking for?

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- 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.

Basic Qualifications for Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years experience, or a Master's degree with 1 years of experience in finance, accounting, project management, and/or related business management experience

• Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Active DoD Secret Clearance, awarded/reviewed within the last 5 years, and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (Special Program access will be required to start)

• Ability to work on-site daily in Palmdale, CA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business-related discipline

• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Experience with SAP and Cobra

• Excel VBA Macro Skills

• Active DoD Clearance and ability to obtain Special Program Access

• Special Program Access

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.