Principal / Sr. 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 has an opening for a Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost Control Analyst (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will provide cost support for program activities within our Restricted Programs Sustainment Operations Operating Unit (RPSO) Operating Unit. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL and required the ability to work on site daily. Essential Functions: Prepare month-end reports. Develop and review EACs. Incorporate changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain cost and schedule baselines. Assist CAMs for EVMS activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the tasks, developing and documenting earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting. Support monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans as required. Set up cost control system, monitors and controls costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system. Perform analyses and prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and perform and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Prepare program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled. Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government. Incorporate contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines. Conduct analysis on cost data and sets up meetings with management to review data. Provide support to Integrated Product Teams and Business Manager. Prepare financial inputs to internal reports and presentations. Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management. Maintain and update cost control systems (e.g. SAP and COBRA). We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! 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. 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! Does this sound like what you're looking for? At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- 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. Basic Qualifications for Principal Program Cost Control Analyst: Principal: A bachelor's degree with 5 years of business-related experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of applied experience. Sr. Principal: A bachelor's degree with 8 years of business-related experience, or a master's degree with 6 years of applied experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Final clearance required to start. Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Program Access clearance within 365 days from date of submission; this is a condition of employment. Program Access required to start. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel). Experience with Earned Value Management. Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Secret Clearance. Currently briefed to Special Access Program. Experience with cost management. Experience with SAP and COBRA.