Full-Time

Principal Program Cost Control Analyst

Posted on 10/25/2024

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$88.7k - $133.1kAnnually

+ 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
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 10 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, in the Communication Solutions Business Unit or the Secure Processing & Network Solutions Business Unit
  • interface with the program managers, functional management, cost account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet program requirements
  • 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, development, and analysis of estimates to complete
  • perform analysis and prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
  • maintain accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
  • 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.)

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 and commercial clients. Its products include systems for command and control, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by securing long-term contracts through a competitive bidding process, leveraging its expertise and proven track record. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by continuously investing in research and development, ensuring it meets the evolving demands of the aerospace and defense sectors.

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 innovation and investment.
  • U.S. government funding for space projects benefits Northrop Grumman's space segment.
  • Growing importance of cybersecurity offers new revenue streams for Northrop Grumman.

What critics are saying

  • Dependence on rare metals like antimony poses supply chain risks.
  • Departure of key executive Colin Miller may disrupt aeronautics sector.
  • Reliance on long-term government contracts risks shifts in defense spending priorities.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems and C4ISR technologies.
  • The company has a strong track record in long-term government contracts.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified revenue streams include aerospace, mission systems, and technology services.

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