Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (17418)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the GSSC program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division.

Roles and Responsibilities

This Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst will use Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to analyze, track, and report on project performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company procedures.

EVM Analysis and Reporting:

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data related to project costs, schedules, and performance.
• Prepares and presents comprehensive EVM reports to stakeholders, including variance analysis and forecasts.
• Identifies potential cost and schedule risks, issues, and recommends corrective actions.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensures compliance with industry standards (e.g., ANSI/EIA-748, EVMS) and company procedures.
• Maintains the integrity of the EVMS and ensures its proper implementation.
• Provides guidance and training to project teams on EVM principles and best practices.

Budget and Financial Planning:

• Assists in the development and maintenance of programmatic budgets and financial plans.
• Participates in financial auditing and assessment of completed projects.
• Collaborates with program management, business management, scheduling, and technical teams.
• Experience in subcontractor compliance with EVM requirements which includes the integration of subcontract data into the prime contractor's EVMS and analyzes performance metrics to identify and address potential issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret; etc.)
• Requires a bachelor’s degree with 2 years of Business, Finance, Accounting, Cost Accounting and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience; 1 year with a master's degree; or 6 years of related experience may be accepted with a HS Diploma (or equivalent) in lieu of a degree
• Requires experience with MS Office Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Requires experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tool, Business Intelligence and Analytics tool, Project Management and Planning tool and/or Collaboration and Integration tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret level security clearance (with the investigation in the past 6 years)
• Experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling
• Experience supporting DoD contracts and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
• Knowledge of ANSI/EIA-748 EVMS guidelines and government reporting requirements
• Experience working in Deltek Cobra, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and other EVM tools
• Strong analytical ability
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills

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