Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) with an emphasis in Cost Planning to join our Air Dominance Division. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA. The Air Dominance Division is a 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: Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: * Possess the ability to prepare and provide weekly/monthly analytical reports and tools to support trend analysis, and change control management utilizing SAP reporting * Developing and analyzing estimates to completion (ETC) and performing monthly Budget, EAC, Actuals, and Variance Analysis * Preparing EVMS baselines, maintaining artifacts, analyzing monthly performance, and updating Cobra * Controlling and reconciling all changes to the PMB (in a timely manner) and ensuring cost and schedule integration * Interfacing with CAMs, Engineering/Operations IPTs, and program leadership on monthly forecasts, updates, and status * Coordinating with cross-functional teams across multiple organizations * Fostering an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication across the team and stakeholders at multiple levels Basic Qualifications: * Must have Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, supply chain, logistics and/or industry related field OR Master's degree. * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. * Must have experience with MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with Excel Macros, Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and Slicer tools * Ability to work in Deltek Cobra * Ability to run SAP BW (OLAP) Queries, & ZHRAL Tables – T Codes * 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? 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 OR 4/10 schedule,...