Full-Time

Principal Program Cost Control Analyst

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$91.2k - $136.8kAnnually

+ Bonus

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

San Diego, CA, USA

This position may be hybrid, requiring in-office presence.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Cost Accounting
Financial Analysis
Financial Planning
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of related professional experience
  • Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement
  • Experience with financial systems including cost performance reporting and analysis
  • Strong PC skills - specifically Excel proficiency (including pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting)
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance is required.
Responsibilities
  • Provide support to programs within the Networked Information Solutions Division
  • Interface with program managers, functional management, cost account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis
  • Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, cash forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Monitor costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
  • Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks such as Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports
  • Perform analysis and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
  • Support audits and reviews as requested by programs, customers, and company management
  • Support Annual Operating Plan, Resource Plan, and Long Range Strategic Plan activity
  • Prepare financial inputs to internal reports and presentations (IPRS, Dashboards, BARs, Etc.)
Desired Qualifications
  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration or related field
  • Experience with COBRA, COGNOS, SAP
  • Experience with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts and ability to apply them to multiple contracts, CLINs and control accounts
  • Experience in the Aerospace and Defense Sector or other government regulated industry
  • Current, active DoD Secret clearance.

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and manufactures systems that integrate various technologies to meet the needs of government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Their products work by combining research and development with manufacturing processes to create comprehensive solutions that address complex defense challenges. Unlike many competitors, Northrop Grumman emphasizes long-term contracts and a diversified income base across different segments, which helps ensure stability and growth. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position through continuous innovation and by delivering effective solutions to its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's Manta-Ray drone development.
  • U.S. investment in space exploration offers opportunities for Northrop Grumman's space systems expertise.
  • Modernization of military aircraft secures contracts like the $3.5B E-6B Mercury successor.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging defense contractors threaten Northrop Grumman's market share in autonomous systems.
  • Agile procurement processes may disadvantage Northrop Grumman's reliance on long-term contracts.
  • Geopolitical tensions could disrupt Northrop Grumman's supply chain and international operations.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman specializes in autonomous systems, cyber, and space technologies.
  • The company has a strong track record with government contracts, including the U.S. Navy.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified segments ensure a stable revenue base across aerospace and defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus