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. 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) is currently seeking a Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst or Sr. Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst to assist with all business activities associated with several rapidly growing programs. This position reports to the Logistic and Fabrication Solutions (LFS) Business Manager of the E-6B IMMC program and partners with the Program Management Team to establish strategy, prioritize requirements, and achieve financial goals while ensuring the integrity of business processes. The position is located in Lake Charles, LA. Responsibilities / Duties: Prepares in-depth budgets and schedules for medium sized programs and performs analyses to ensure that contracts are within negotiated parameters and government cost control guidelines. Performs financial analyses and prepares variance explanations, estimates to complete (EACs), and monthly corporate and customer reports related to cost/schedule performance, staffing, and sales outlook. Prepares program baselines, maintains artifacts, analyzes monthly performance, and prepares monthly financial reports and customer deliverables. Performs schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks. Ensures adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government. Prepares and evaluates ROMs and proposals. Interfaces with customer; works under limited supervision. This role may be filled at as a Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst or Sr. Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst based on the qualifications outlined below.