Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

About the role

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) in our Melbourne, FL facility to support the Material Cost Management organization. This position will work on-site daily.

Responsibilities

This position will provide assistance and guidance to support the implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs), while ensuring compliance to DOD EVMS guidelines and the Autonomous Systems Division EVM System. This is a fast paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team.

This Program Cost Control Analyst will focus in EVMS support for Major Subcontracts and General Procurement (GP). The analyst will be responsible for:

• Preparing month-end reports
• Developing and reviewing EAC's
• Incorporation of changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain Major Subcontract/GP cost and schedule baselines
• Assisting CAMs for EVMS activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the tasks, developing and documenting earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting
• Supporting monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans as required

Essential functions:

• Develop and review material EACs
• Ensure alignment with purchase orders for Major Subs and IWOs
• Assist CAMs for EVMS activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the purchases, developing and documenting earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting
• Support monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans as required
• Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and perform and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis
• Conduct analysis on material data and set up meetings with control account managers to review data
• Provide support to Integrated Product Teams and Cost Management Managers
• Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and Suppliers

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Goods Movement, Supply Chain or industry related field OR Master's degree
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Financial forecasting and/or material accounting experience
• Experience with Grouping, Pegging, and Distribution (GPD)

Skills and traits

The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities:

• Thorough understanding and experience in use of EVMS and financial reporting as a hands-on expert for financial systems and analysis
• Understand and communicate unique problems and recommend potential business/process solutions
• Plan/schedule own activities to accomplish objectives with work reviewed upon completion for adequacy
• Exert influence on peers, internal customers, and other to support organizational goals while prioritizing activities to effectively complete them
• Leadership/team skills in completing interactive assignments, lead small teams and clearly communicate thoughts and objectives

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.

Benefits

• Phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace
• Inclusive, family environment with excellent work/life balance
• Exceptional benefits/healthcare
• 9/80 schedule
• Great 401K matching program
• Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00. 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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.

Schedule

This position offers a 9/80 schedule.