Full-Time

Forecasting Principal / Sr. Principal Proposal Analyst

Level 3 / Level 4

Posted on 4/29/2025

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Compensation Overview

$78.7k - $147.1k/yr

+ Overtime + Shift Differential + Discretionary Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Melbourne, FL, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Financial analysis
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 5 years of proposal or material estimating experience OR a Master's degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 3 years of proposal or material estimating experience
  • Ability to perform and apply cost accounting, pricing and estimating concepts and principles
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
  • Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 8 years of proposal or material estimating experience OR a Master's degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 6 years of proposal or material estimating experience
  • Ability to perform and apply cost accounting, pricing and estimating concepts and principles
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
  • Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
Responsibilities
  • Update Supplier forecasts monthly
  • Conduct weekly meetings to review forecasts & disclose concerns
  • Collect reasoning for & document variances in actuals from the plan
  • Report how variances impact the future Supplier financials
  • Understand cost structure and drivers to support analysis and forecasting
  • Delivering high quality financial analysis and forecasts to support corporate decision making.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with SAP
  • Experience with program cost analysis in an engineering and manufacturing environment
  • Working knowledge of government contract environment (FAR and DFARS)
  • Working knowledge of cost accounting standards, generally accepted accounting principles and accounting/proposal auditing techniques
  • Familiarity with the concept and application of Cost Improvement Curves
  • Intimate background with Global Supply Chain Subcontract/Procurement requirements, FAR proposal adequacy and execution

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and integrates complex systems that support government and commercial clients, particularly the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Its products and services include systems for command and control, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR), as well as logistics and modernization solutions. Northrop Grumman differentiates itself from competitors through its extensive research and development efforts, which allow it to create comprehensive solutions tailored to client needs. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by securing long-term contracts and continuously innovating to meet the evolving demands of the aerospace and defense sectors.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's innovation in AI technologies.
  • Cybersecurity's rising importance aligns with Northrop Grumman's expertise in advanced cyber defense.
  • Partnerships with commercial space companies open new innovation and market expansion avenues.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Boeing in next-generation stealth fighter jets.
  • Over-reliance on government contracts exposes Northrop Grumman to budget cuts or policy changes.
  • Integration challenges with Titomic's evolving additive manufacturing technology.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems and advanced cyber defense technologies.
  • The company is a leader in integrating AI into C4ISR systems.
  • Northrop Grumman's digital engineering capabilities enhance aerospace manufacturing efficiency.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus

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