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Program/ Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking an Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst/ Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst- Finance for our Elkton, Maryland location.
The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY, Palm Beach Gardens, FL and San Jose, CA.
Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns. You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line. Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. [https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism](https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism)
Job Summary:
As a Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst/ Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting our strategic and space related business programs. This position will work very closely with Northrop Grumman program management, operational leaders, and internal and external customers.
Responsible for the preparation of budgets and schedules for contract work and financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Performs data gathering and analysis to ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, preparation of expenditure projections, and submittal of timely requests for additional funding to the government. Aides in incorporating contractual changes into control systems to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following tasks:

• Setting up cost control systems, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system.

• Preparing budgets for contract work and performing and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.

• Preparing and analyzing financial reports and communicate recommendations to management in a clear, organized summary.

• Working with the program team to integrate project cost with scheduled activity.

• Providing monthly / quarterly reporting and analysis to support business processes.

• Assist in planning and forecasting program financial performance.  Prepare future strategic plans.

• Serving as a resource to management in understanding results by reporting and investigating variances.

• Analyzing business processes and making recommendations to improve process efficiency and support continuous improvement.

• Identifying potential profit impacts to programs, and making recommendations for mitigation and improving profit margin

• Preparing and tracking key performance metrics to direct management

#NGSkills
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to deterring and defeating any adversary, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Basic Requirements Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:

• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 6 or more years of finance experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree in related field and 2 years of experience; or Masters' degree in related field with 0 year of experience.

• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel and MS Power Point).

• Ability to extract, compile, document and analyze data.

• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others.

• Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills.

• Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value.

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format.

Basic Requirements Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:

• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 9 or more years of finance experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree in related field and 5 years of experience; or Master' degree in related field with 3 years of experience.

• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel, and MS Power Point).

• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others.

• Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills.

• Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value.

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format.

• Must be able to work onsite in Elkton, MD

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior team participation experience (professional/community/extracurricular)

• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

• Experience in developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups

• Aerospace and/or DoD intern/working experience

• Knowledge of Earned value management systems (EVMS)

• Experience executing programs with contractual EVMS requirements.

• Prior Experience with Deltek financial applications (CostPoint, Cobra, OpenPlan, PM Compass).

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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.PDN-a08253d8-533e-4592-99b3-c2681fc89464
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking an Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst/ Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst- Finance for our Elkton, Maryland location.
The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY, Palm Beach Gardens, FL and San Jose, CA.
Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns. You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line. Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. [https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism](https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism)
Job Summary:
As a Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst/ Principal Program Cost Scheduling Control Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting our strategic and space related business programs. This position will work very closely with Northrop Grumman program management, operational leaders, and internal and external customers.
Responsible for the preparation of budgets and schedules for contract work and financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Performs data gathering and analysis to ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, preparation of expenditure projections, and submittal of timely requests for additional funding to the government. Aides in incorporating contractual changes into control systems to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following tasks:

• Setting up cost control systems, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system.

• Preparing budgets for contract work and performing and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.

• Preparing and analyzing financial reports and communicate recommendations to management in a clear, organized summary.

• Working with the program team to integrate project cost with scheduled activity.

• Providing monthly / quarterly reporting and analysis to support business processes.

• Assist in planning and forecasting program financial performance.  Prepare future strategic plans.

• Serving as a resource to management in understanding results by reporting and investigating variances.

• Analyzing business processes and making recommendations to improve process efficiency and support continuous improvement.

• Identifying potential profit impacts to programs, and making recommendations for mitigation and improving profit margin

• Preparing and tracking key performance metrics to direct management

#NGSkills
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to deterring and defeating any adversary, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Basic Requirements Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:

• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 6 or more years of finance experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree in related field and 2 years of experience; or Masters' degree in related field with 0 year of experience.

• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel and MS Power Point).

• Ability to extract, compile, document and analyze data.

• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others.

• Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills.

• Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value.

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format.

Basic Requirements Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst:

• This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 9 or more years of finance experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree in related field and 5 years of experience; or Master' degree in related field with 3 years of experience.

• Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel, and MS Power Point).

• Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others.

• Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills.

• Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value.

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format.

• Must be able to work onsite in Elkton, MD

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior team participation experience (professional/community/extracurricular)

• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

• Experience in developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups

• Aerospace and/or DoD intern/working experience

• Knowledge of Earned value management systems (EVMS)

• Experience executing programs with contractual EVMS requirements.

• Prior Experience with Deltek financial applications (CostPoint, Cobra, OpenPlan, PM Compass).

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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.PDN-a08253d8-533e-4592-99b3-c2681fc89464

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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