Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 1/9/2026 6:55:43 AM

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Current Days Open
67
Reqs Seen
1
Current Min Salary
$91,200.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$136,800.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
67
First Seen
11/4/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$91,200.00 (Yearly)
1/9/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$136,800.00 (Yearly)
1/9/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst to join our F-35 Team responsible for managing the Sustaining (allocation) budgets that can be divided into four over-arching areas: Model Management, Planning SOW, Pool Management and Base Management. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA and offers a 9/80 schedule with working from home during the working Fridays. The F-35 Program is a fast paced, dynamic, and sophisticated environment that requires initiative, strong analytical skills, and solid leadership characteristics. Candidate will have the following, but not limited to, responsibilities: Essential Functions: Analyzing large allocations for the program Interfacing with program finance and program manager for monthly financial forecasts, issues, concerns, and status Cross-functional coordination with multiple organizations Possess the ability to prepare and provide weekly/monthly analytical reports and tools to support variance/trend analysis, and change control management Planning: ability to plan and navigate in COBRA, Budget/Forecast analysis SAP reporting Fostering an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication with stakeholders at multiple levels Supporting all related program audits Qualified applicants will need to possess an understanding of company policies, procedures and internal controls We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you? Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule OR 4/10 schedule, and a great 401K matching program. Basic Qualifications for Principal Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3): Masters degree with 3 years experience or Bachelors Degree with 5 years' proven experience in cost management, finance, business management and/or industry related experience Experience with collaborating in matrix organizations Ability to communicate and interface with CAMs Experience with MS Office Skills including Excel (with Macros, Pivot tables and VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications: Proficient in Deltek Cobra (or similar EVM tools such as MPM), NGFP (Northrop Grumman Financial Planning), MS Project, and Power BI Experience with SAP S/4 Queries Earned Value Management Program Experience with familiarity to EIA-748 ANSI EV Guideline Reviews, and SOX Controls Ability to Create and Edit Excel Macros and Slicer tools Primary Level Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00 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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