Sr Principal Business Management Analyst

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 4/29/2026 11:00:31 AM

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Current Days Open
31
Reqs Seen
1
Current Min Salary
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
31
First Seen
3/30/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
4/29/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$112,200.00 (Yearly)
4/29/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. 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 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking a Business Management Analyst - Financial Level 4 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. Job Summary: As a Business Management Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting our development and production programs. This position will work very closely with Northrop Grumman program management, operational leaders, and internal and external customers. The Business Manager of a Market Area will be a strategic business partner from the initial program pursuit through execution which will ensure a comprehensive understanding of multiple programs supporting the business lane. The Business Management Manager will lead advanced financial and program control activities for large, complex defense programs. This role serves as a key advisor to program and business leadership, driving cost, schedule, and performance execution while ensuring compliance with EVMS and government regulations. You will be responsible for, but not limited to the following tasks: Consolidate and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial market area reports including but not limited to awards, sales, operating margin, cash, sensitivities, and labor forecasting. Communicating with Market Area directors and Senior Managers any substantial changes to the financial plans immediately. Review and ensure consistency on quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) reports and packages. Support cash management activities including but not limited to proposal cash flow, cash negotiation plan, forecasting and collections. Lead program specific activities including but not limited to program set-up, funding profiles, customer specific financial reports, internal and external program management reviews, and backlog validation and analysis. Provide programmatic overview training and direction to individual financial analysts assigned to programs within the Market Area. #NGSkills Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of whats 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, youll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. Basic Requirements Senior Principal Business Management Analyst Level 4: This position emphasized skills and experience. Must have 12 or more years of finance experience. Will also consider a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university (will be verified) and 8 years of experience or a Masters degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and 6 years of experience. Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheet applications and data bases (e.g. MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power Point). Independent self-starter and proactive contributor. Seeks to continually improve business processes and add value. Demonstrated success building partnerships across organizational boundaries. Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in order to meet deadlines. Organize deliverables in a clean and presentable format. Ability to work in a team environment and build relationships with others. Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) Preferred Requirements: Prior team participation experience (professional/community/extracurricular) 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: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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