Full-Time

Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$78.7k - $136.8kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Hill AFB, UT, USA + 2 more

More locations: Plainview, NY, USA | Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista, AZ, USA

This position requires on-site presence in Sierra Vista, Arizona; Bethpage, New York; and Clearfield, Utah.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
SAP Products
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Must have 10 years of related experience in lieu of degree. Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of related experience - OR - a Master's degree with 4 years of related experience.
  • Must have experience with and a good understanding of key financial metrics, including Awards, Sales, Margin, ROC/ROS, and Cash Flow, as well as the ability to analyze variances
  • Proficient in SAP/S4 and COGNOS
  • Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.
  • Understanding of the proposal process
  • Must have experience with intercompany work orders (IWOs)
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with technical subject matter experts and business operations personnel.
  • US Citizenship is a prerequisite.
  • Ability to travel periodically up 10%.
Responsibilities
  • Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure program contracts are within negotiated, agreed-upon parameters, government cost control guidelines, and accounting guidelines.
  • Performs analyses and prepares program financial reports for internal and external customers relative to program cost incurrence, material tracking, and labor spending.
  • Identifies and mitigates program cost and schedule risk.
  • Coordinates and prepares program financial forecasting and reporting, the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and the Labor Resource Plan.
  • Facilitates, monitors, and forecasts program financing mechanisms including Accounts Receivable, Advanced Payments, and Performance Based Payments.
  • Supports program audits, reviews, and fact-finding as requested by program customers, audit agencies, and company management.
  • Supports program cost estimate development, customer proposals, and negotiation.
  • Work cooperatively with the business, functional, and technical staff to address internal and external customer requests.

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions primarily for government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. The company specializes in areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and C4ISR, which encompasses command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Their products and services are developed through extensive research and development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technologies. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term contracts that ensure a steady revenue stream, leveraging its expertise and proven track record in the highly specialized aerospace and defense market. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by continuously innovating and providing comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of 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

  • Northrop Grumman's continuous innovation, exemplified by the Jackal missile and M230LF chain gun, positions it as a leader in cutting-edge defense technology.
  • The company's long-term contracts with government clients ensure a steady revenue stream and financial stability.
  • Significant investments in R&D and partnerships, such as the ammunition production line in Lithuania, offer growth opportunities and market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive bidding process for government contracts can lead to revenue volatility if Northrop Grumman fails to secure key deals.
  • Dependence on government contracts makes the company vulnerable to changes in defense budgets and political priorities.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman's focus on advanced autonomous systems and AI capabilities, such as the FAAD ABM, sets it apart in the defense sector by enhancing real-time decision-making for warfighters.
  • The company's diversified revenue streams across Aerospace Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services provide stability and resilience against market fluctuations.
  • Northrop Grumman's strategic partnerships, like the one with Lithuania for ammunition production, expand its global footprint and strengthen international alliances.

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