Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is seeking a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to support the Integrated Defense Solutions Operation Unit. This position is within the Business Management organization supporting the C4MD Business Unit in Huntsville, Alabama. The analyst will interact with various business area staff to solve reporting program issues and meet reporting requirements for the program. The analyst will interface with program managers, functional management, control account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis.
Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Sets up cost control system, monitors, and controls costs/schedules for contracts requiring Earned Value Management (EVMS)
* Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
* Prepares program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled
* 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 the control system by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines to include assisting in the development of planning directives
* Responsible for the preparation and submittal of monthly IPMR or IPMDAR CDRLs (Formats 1-7), CSDR Reporting, and CFSR

Guides CAMs with EVMS activities to include time-phasing of budgets and forecast; determining the appropriate earned value methodology and performance measurement; estimate to complete analysis and updates, variance analysis research and reporting, EVM trip wire review and analysis, coordinating the completion of monthly EVM artifacts
* Works closely with Global Supply Chain and Manufacturing in the development and maintenance of the cost/schedule baseline and forecasts for both production labor and material
* Performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, variance analysis, and quarterly financial EACs
* Assists in preparing for internal and external audits
Basic Qualifications for Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3)

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance
* High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
* Or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
* OR Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of business, finance, and/or program control experience
* Minimum 2 years of experience with EVMS reporting
* Prior experience using Cobra and SAPStrong computer skills with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. working with pivot tables and vlookup/xlookup)
* Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL or Redondo Beach, CA
Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience using IBM Financial Planning / Cognos Analytics
* Experience with SAP/BW reporting such as Excel based Analysis Office
* Strong communication and presentation skills to management and stakeholders
Salary Range: *$84,600 - $133,100
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.