Our analyst will manage Capital projects as well as multiple contractual research and development (CRAD) projects and will be responsible for overseeing numerous aspects of the program including cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program, and interfacing with internal and external customers, and support organizations.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. This position offers flexibility in work hours, with an option for hybrid work.
In this job, you will
Capital Duties
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and progression metrics in collaboration with project owners
Assist project owners in developing project criteria that align with scope, schedule, and budget constraints
Coordinate across functions break constraints and remove roadblocks impacting project execution
Assist in development of project budgets and schedules for successful project execution
Track execution and projected performance to budget and schedule; support accurate forecasting of Estimate at Completion (EAC) and variance explanations
Drive the Business Unit Leadership/Strategy Team to forecast/collect the capital requirements for next year (AOP) plus four years (LRSP)
Execute CCAR to release capital commitments
Identify project risks and issues and develop resolutions and return‑to‑green plans to meet Business Unit and Division goals and objectives
Host recurring status/progress reviews for assigned projects; capture updates, risks, help needed, and action items; ensure closure of actions and accurate reflection of project health
Act as primary contact for facilities between customers and maintenance for equipment and machinery project activities
CRAD Duties
Ability to use financial systems, understanding of EVMS principles and hands-on cost performance reporting/analysis skills
Set up cost control system, monitor and control costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques; Work under very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus
Provide data management and analysis skills with working knowledge of Excel/ PowerPoint to represent data visually
Assist in planning and forecasting 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
Other duties as assigned
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This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience
Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
Experience with financial analysis and reporting
Experience with MS Office Suite
Experience or knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Basic Qualifications for Level 3
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience
Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
Experience with financial analysis and reporting
Experience with MS Office Suite
Experience or knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Preferred Qualifications
Defense or aerospace industry experience
Experience managing capital projects
Experience developing project budgets and schedules
Experience setting up cost control systems
Experience with strategic financial planning
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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00
The 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.
