EVM Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3 or 4)

Requisition ID : R10170956

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.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality.

Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world.

With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Sector is seeking a EVM Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3 or Level 4) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance within the Advanced Programs Operating Unit (OU).

The positions are based out of based out of Northridge, CA and will report to the Business Manager over Advanced Programs.

There is no telework option for this position; it will be located in Northridge, CA. Relocation is also available.

This role will be responsible for implementing data driven analytics into effective program performance outcomes. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced across financial management, leadership, collaboration, innovation, communication, project management, risk / opportunity management, business acumen, and proposal-based capabilities.

Roles and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following :

Management of program financials, including : financial and cost forecasting, revenue, Operating Margin (OM), Cash, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, treasury forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis)

Implement and maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance including cost / schedule / technical integration

Interface with other functions to generate weekly / monthly forecast, actuals, variance narratives reports and metrics

Perform analyses and prepares reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines

Develop and review Baselines and Estimates at Complete (EACs); Present and communicate results and changes

Work with the finance, scheduling, and business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics

Prepare reports and provide recommendations to program management teams

Development of the consolidated Long Range Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan

Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance

Support the development of presentations for, and occasionally brief to, Division / Sector / Corporate leadership

Interface with business, program, and corporate personnel

Work with the Capture Lead, Proposal Manager, and core teams to develop the compliant proposal and supporting deliverables

Provide support to the proposal team by developing, reviewing, and submitting proposals that effectively represent the proposal strategy and baseline

Basic Qualifications EVM Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) :

This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider one of following :

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of business, Finance, Accounting, and / or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of Business, Finance, and / or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 year of Business, Finance, and / or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on Development programs

Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and EVMS software (Deltek Cobra / MPM)

Prior financial analysis and / or reporting experience

Working knowledge of FAR / DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations

Defense Industry Experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Experience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs) on competitive and sole source acquisitions

Expertise in financial analysis

Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data, and strong critical thinking skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction

Must be able to work on-site in Northridge, CA

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications :

3+ years’ experience with Earned Value Management and / or EVMS Software (Cobra)

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Public Accounting experience (each year of "Big 4" or relevant Public Accounting experience counts for 2 years of experience above)

Strong GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience

Excellent oral and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail

Prior experience in Estimating and Pricing

Experience with CostPoint, IBM Cognos software (or another similar software), database software

Active DoD Secret clearance

Basic Qualifications : EVM Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4) :

This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider one of following :

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of business, Finance, Accounting, and / or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of Business, Finance, and / or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 6 year of Business, Finance, and / or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on Development programs

Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and EVMS software (Deltek Cobra / MPM)

Prior financial analysis and / or reporting experience

Working knowledge of FAR / DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations

Defense Industry Experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Experience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs) on competitive and sole source acquisitions

Expertise in financial analysis

Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data, and strong critical thinking skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction

Must be able to work on-site in Northridge, CA

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications :

5+ years’ experience with Earned Value Management and / or EVMS Software (Cobra)

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Public Accounting experience (each year of "Big 4" or relevant Public Accounting experience counts for 2 years of experience above)

Strong GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience

Excellent oral and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail

Prior experience in Estimating and Pricing

Experience with CostPoint, IBM Cognos software (or another similar software), database software

Active DoD Secret clearance