Principal / Senior Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Sector is seeking a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst (Level 3) or Sr Program Cost Control Analyst (Level 4) within the Advanced Weapons Systems Operating Unit. Based in Northridge, CA, reporting to the Business Manager over the Stand-in-Attack Weapon program. There is no telework option; the role is located in Northridge, CA.

This role implements data-driven analytics into effective program performance outcomes, requiring a broad skill set across financial management, leadership, collaboration, innovation, communication, project management, risk/opportunity management, business acumen, and proposal capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Forecast program financial metrics including Orders, Sales, OM and Cash Flow for booked and potential programs
• Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables
• Generate and support weekly, monthly and quarterly reviews and audits of operations, planning, program management and EACs
• Identify and mitigate program cost and schedule risk
• Process inter/intracompany work orders and maintain project setup in Costpoint and Cobra
• Prepare program financial reports on cost incurrence, material tracking, and labor spending
• Ensure program contracts stay within negotiated parameters and government/accounting guidelines
• Prepare and process Journal Entries; prepare and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
• Prepare, review, and analyze program performance measurement and cost variances
• Support program cost estimate development, customer proposals, and negotiation
• Track and manage program billings and cash collections

Requirements

Level 3 (Principal): 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree, or Bachelor's + 5 years, or Master's + 4 years, in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Level 4 (Sr. Principal): 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree, or Bachelor's + 8 years, or Master's + 6 years, in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Both levels:

• Strong PC skills, proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel
• Ability to work in a team environment with technical SMEs and business operations personnel
• Experience working independently and proactively, managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines
• Strong critical thinking, analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management
• Must be able to work onsite in Northridge, CA

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD security clearance
• Aerospace & Defense finance experience
• Experience with multiple contract types (CPFF/CPIF, CPAF, FFP/FPI)
• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint, IBM Cognos, Cobra, MS Project
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and the RFP/proposal process

Schedule

Full-time, on-site in Northridge, CA. No telework option. No travel required.

Pay & Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00 (base pay; final offer depends on experience, education, skills, and market conditions). Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).