Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team. As a Staff Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 5), located in Redondo Beach, CA you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.
The Staff Principal Program Cost Control Analyst will report to the Manager of Project Controls and will be responsible for supporting Northrop Grumman Corporation Space Systems programs in compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements and program implementation.
THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON PROGRAM AWARD
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Set up cost control system, monitors and controls costs and schedules on Contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
* Maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance including cost/schedule integration
* Perform analyses and prepares reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
* Prepare and maintain spend plans; develop and review Estimates at Complete (EACs); incorporate changes into the EVMS system to maintain cost and schedule baselines
* Financial CDRL deliverables
* Assist Control Account Managers (CAMs) with EVMS activities including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and alignment; time-phasing of tasks; developing and documenting earned value methodologies; performance measurement; estimate to complete analysis and updates and variance analysis research and reporting
* Create financial charts in support of program management and program reviews; identify cost impacts and develop recovery plans as required
* Responsible for actuals reconciliation, budget change requests and ensuring proper accounting
* Incorporate contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
* Operates in a dynamic environment with competing priorities, while maintaining attention to detail
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications Level 5:

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of stated professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 10+ years of professional experience.
* An active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance at time of application is required.
* At least 4 years of working experience with EVMS.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency of the following systems or software: COBRA or similar project management software, COGNOS (SPFP - Planning Analytics), SAP Management Project Systems Module and Business Warehouse (BW)
About Strategic Space Systems:Strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop specialized space and satellite components.
About Business Management:Lead pivotal financial strategies, shaping the success of our operations with your expertise. Make an impact where it counts!
Salary Range: $141,400 - $212,200
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.