Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 2

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history — from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.

About the role

As a Program Cost Control Analyst – Level 2 located in Boulder, CO or Colorado Springs, CO, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. You will help prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist with financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlooks, cash forecasting, and variance analysis. You will also ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation for expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government. This position will support intercompany programs and the site General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end reports (full Earned Value data)
• Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports, development and analysis of estimates to complete, and variance analysis research and reporting
• Perform analysis and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
• Develop and review Estimates at Completion (EACs)
• Brief the customer on monthly Earned Value deliverables
• Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, including fact-finding and negotiation support
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of business management or program control experience – OR - Master’s degree with 0 years of business management or program control experience
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• No clearance required to start
• Experience with financial analysis or reporting
• Experience with MS Office Suite

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Business Administration
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience
• Experience with accounting systems and EV systems
• Defense industry experience
• Program Cost Control experience
• SAP and/or Cobra experience
• Experience with FAR/DFAR
• Experience with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Experience with Cognos
• Experience with the 32 EVM Guidelines
• Experience leading a team

Schedule

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $69,000.00 - $113,800.00. 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. 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.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life, including:

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business