Northrop Grumman · 2 months ago
Sentinel - Principal/Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (16272)
Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense company that seeks to hire a Principal/Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to support the Sentinel program. The role involves setting up cost control systems, monitoring costs and schedules, preparing budgets, and performing financial analyses to ensure contract compliance and efficiency.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Setting up cost control system, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
Performing analyses and preparing reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters
Preparing budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis
Preparing program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled
Monitoring funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and preparation of expenditure projections
Monthly material and subcontract financial forecasting
Participating in month-end financial reporting close activities
Performing miscellaneous financial analysis including monthly financial reporting/forecasting and monthly EACs
Continually assessing and improving financial reporting processes to enhance efficiencies
Qualification
Required
Requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret; etc.)
Requires a bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field with 5 years of related experience; 3 years with a master's degree; or 9 years of related experience may be accepted with a HS Diploma (or equivalent) in lieu of a degree (Sr Principal level requires 8 years of related experience; 6 years with a master's degree; or 12 years of related experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree)
Requires experience with Deltek Cobra
Requires experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
Requires experience with proposals and program start up
Requires experience successfully supporting a monthly financial forecasting rhythm
Requires experience with all facets of Cost Management including Controller, Labor Cost Management, Material Cost Management, Earned Value Management with external government reporting, Schedule Management and financial forecasting
Preferred
Active DoD Secret level security clearance or higher
5+ years of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
Proficient in Deltek Cobra, SAP, PowerBI
Strong analytical ability
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present to SDS leadership
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
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