Job Description
Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Financial Analyst - Level 4 (Senior Principal), to join our Launch & Missile Defense Systems - Launch Vehicles team in Chandler, AZ. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible
Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Facilitation of Program Earned Value in compliance to CPR/IPMR data reporting requirements; Leading preparation of earned value deliverables ensuring compliance, timeliness and accuracy
• Managing baseline efforts, and lead efforts for Initial Baseline Reviews (IBR's) with customers
• Leading the EAC process to include earned value analysis, hands-on EAC updates, and revisions
• Leading the monthly financial forecasting process to include analysis and recommendations on awards, sales, operating margin, and cash
• Preparation and presentation of financial data to internal and external customers, including variance analysis and forecasts
• Internal and External support of compliance audits
• Support pricing, proposal activities and contract negotiations
• Cash Management to ensure timely invoicing and collections
• Collaborating with cross-functional partners including Operations, Engineering and Program Management
• Balancing multiple projects and prioritize
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior analysts
• Promote the professional development of the business management workforce, fostering a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around ethics and integrity, employee engagement, affordability, innovation, value growth, and continuous improvement
• Maintain the highest level of commitment to quality, compliance and internal controls in adherence to company values and ethics
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications:
• Level 4 -Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related experience in finance, accounting, or program control - OR - Master's degree with 6+ years of related experience in finance, accounting, or program control
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Expertise with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with Earned Value and financial reporting on a variety of contract types
• Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
• Excellent communication skills oral and written
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Ability to communicate financial/program information efficiently within a matrix organization
• Experience with SPFP financial forecasting system & COBRA earned value management system
• Earned Value Proficiency including the Earned Value Guidelines and ONE NG System Description.
• Experience with company procedures for Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Strategic Plan development
• Working knowledge of Revenue Recognition (ASC 606) processes and procedures
• Prior experience in the aerospace and defense industry
• Active DOD or ability/willingness to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
[https://www.northropgrumman.com/space](https://www.northropgrumman.com/space)
Salary Range: $98,100.00 - $147,100.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Financial Analyst - Level 4 (Senior Principal), to join our Launch & Missile Defense Systems - Launch Vehicles team in Chandler, AZ. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible
Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Facilitation of Program Earned Value in compliance to CPR/IPMR data reporting requirements; Leading preparation of earned value deliverables ensuring compliance, timeliness and accuracy
• Managing baseline efforts, and lead efforts for Initial Baseline Reviews (IBR's) with customers
• Leading the EAC process to include earned value analysis, hands-on EAC updates, and revisions
• Leading the monthly financial forecasting process to include analysis and recommendations on awards, sales, operating margin, and cash
• Preparation and presentation of financial data to internal and external customers, including variance analysis and forecasts
• Internal and External support of compliance audits
• Support pricing, proposal activities and contract negotiations
• Cash Management to ensure timely invoicing and collections
• Collaborating with cross-functional partners including Operations, Engineering and Program Management
• Balancing multiple projects and prioritize
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior analysts
• Promote the professional development of the business management workforce, fostering a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around ethics and integrity, employee engagement, affordability, innovation, value growth, and continuous improvement
• Maintain the highest level of commitment to quality, compliance and internal controls in adherence to company values and ethics
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications:
• Level 4 -Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related experience in finance, accounting, or program control - OR - Master's degree with 6+ years of related experience in finance, accounting, or program control
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Expertise with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with Earned Value and financial reporting on a variety of contract types
• Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
• Excellent communication skills oral and written
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Ability to communicate financial/program information efficiently within a matrix organization
• Experience with SPFP financial forecasting system & COBRA earned value management system
• Earned Value Proficiency including the Earned Value Guidelines and ONE NG System Description.
• Experience with company procedures for Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Strategic Plan development
• Working knowledge of Revenue Recognition (ASC 606) processes and procedures
• Prior experience in the aerospace and defense industry
• Active DOD or ability/willingness to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
[https://www.northropgrumman.com/space](https://www.northropgrumman.com/space)
Salary Range: $98,100.00 - $147,100.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 2025 Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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