Staff Program Cost Control Analyst - Baltimore, MD, United States - Northrop Grumman

Description

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.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions
In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning
We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions
By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader
At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career
We're looking for you to join our team as a Staff Program Cost Control Analyst based out of Linthicum, MD
This position is primarily on - site and offers the 9/80 schedule
What You'll Get to Do The Staff Program Cost Control Analyst (PCA) will support the Advanced Communications Apertures Operating Unit within the Communications Solutions Business Unit of the Networked Information Solutions Division, reporting to the Advanced Communications OU Business Manager
The PCA will interface with the program managers, functional management, cost account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet program requirements
The PCA will prepare program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled and perform schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks
They will prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, and variance analysis
The PCA will monitor costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
This will include performing Integrated Baselined Reviews (IBR) as well as Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks such as: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports, development, analysis of estimates to complete, and EVM Customer reporting
The PCA will perform analysis and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines, including maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
The PCA will support internal and external audits and reviews as requested by programs, customers, and company management, support Annual Operating Plan, Resource Plan, and Long Range Strategic Plan activity, prepare financial inputs to internal and external reports and presentations (IPRS, Dashboards, BARs, Etc.), and provide business management proposal support to support new business pursuits
The PCA will mentor less experienced team members on Business Management acumen and provide guidance on implementation and execution of Northrop Grumman policies and procedures to assure compliance to company and Business Management processes
Overall, the PCA is responsible to provide guidance on policies and procedures, and participate in knowledge transfer and best practices sharing with peers in the role of Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 15 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 13 years of related professional experience
• Will consider 19 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
• Experience with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts and ability to apply them to multiple contracts, CLINs and control accounts.
• Experience with financial systems including cost performance reporting and analysis
• Experience preparing and presenting complex financial analysis to management and external customers
• Strong PC skills - specifically Excel proficiency (including pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting)
• Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.
• US Citizenship is required
• A current/active DoD Secret Clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration or related field
• Experience with S4, COBRA, PM Compass, COGNOS,
• Experience in DoD setting with understanding of government Cost Accounting Standards, FAR, & DFARs
• EVM Level 1 EVMS Customer Reporting experience
• Experience with program planning and schedulingWhat We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company

Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more

Salary Range:
$130,100 - $195,100 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
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Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.