Financial Planner Level 2/Level 3 – Palmdale, Rancho Bernardo, or El Segundo, CA (Secret Clearance required)

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst or Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst - Financial Planner to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position can be located in San Diego, Palmdale, or El Segundo, CA.

This requisition is for a high-performing Program Financial Planner position within the Strike Division. Responsible for all aspects of Financial Reporting for an entire Program Business Area. The chosen candidate is expected to partner with Program Business Manager in order to ensure financial objectives are thoroughly understood and being achieved. Recurring duties include: weekly Cost of Sales/RWA reporting, bi-weekly Invoicing/Accounts Receivable analysis, and monthly Pre-Close activities. In addition, the planner is also responsible for quarterly Profitability analyses for all Business Area efforts, including compliance with ASC606 Revenue Recognition Standard. This person will help develop the Annual Operating Plan & Long-Range Strategic Planning (AOP & LRSP). Works closely with Business Area Cost & Schedule Analysts, Material Cost Analysts, Global Supply Chain, and Accounting to understand/mitigate potential financial impacts.

Must also possess analytical skills with the ability to sort and organize complex datasets into easily read formats, i.e. Charts, graphs, and Cost Reports. - Ability to interface on a regular basis with personnel of varying disciplines (e.g., program management, technical, and business management) - Ability to work independently and manage own Statement of Work

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:

• Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst - Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience or Masters with 1 year of experience in Finance, Cost Management and/or industry related

• Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst - Bachelor’s degree and 6 years experience or Master's degree and 4 years experience in Finance, Cost Management and/or industry related

• Working knowledge of SAP

• Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel (with pivot tables, formulas and VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint

• This position requires an Active DOD Secret Clearance, with investigation completed within the last 5 years

• Ability to obtain a Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. (Program access will be required to start)

Preferred Qualifications:

• IFAS/Hyperion experience

• EVMS knowledge

• Government contract experience.

• Active Top Secret Clearance with the latest investigation in the last five years

• Strong analytical and communication skills

Salary Range for Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst: $70,200.00 - $105,200.00

Salary Range for Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst $86,300.00 - $129,500.00

This position reports to Palmdale, CA, USA, however, you are able to work from any of the additional 3 locations listed above.

Salary Range: $70,200 USD - $105,200 USD

Salary Range 2: $86,300 USD - $129,500 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 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.