Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) to join our F-35 Finance Team responsible for financial planning and analysis. This position will be located on-site in Redondo Beach, CA and offers a 9/80 schedule with a WFH option on the working Friday. The F-35 Program is a fast paced, dynamic, and complex environment that requires a candidate to possess self-initiative, strong analytical skills, and solid leadership characteristics. Candidate will have the following, but not limited to, responsibilities: Essential Functions: Conducting financial analysis of traditional financial metrics (Awards, Acquisitions, Sales, Operating Margin, ROS%, Cash) Profitability/Financial EAC analysis Interfacing with program finance and program office for monthly financial forecasts, issues, concerns, and status Cross-functional coordination with multiple organizations Possess the ability to prepare and provide weekly/monthly analytical reports and tools to support variance/trend analysis, and change control management Ability to plan and navigate in NGFP Fostering an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication with stakeholders at multiple levels Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3): Master’s degree with 3 year experience or Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years' proven experience in the following areas: Business, cost management, finance, financial planning and analysis, accounting, reporting, program control, and/or similar industry related fields Experience with MS Office Skills including Excel and PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications: Ability to work in NGFP (Northrop Grumman financial planning), and MS Project Ability to run S4 BW (OLAP) Queries Experience with Excel Macros, Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and Slicer tools Candidate must gain and have an understanding of, and adherence to, company policies, procedures and internal controls. We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. 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. Does this sound like you? Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule and a great 401K matching program.