Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Palmdale
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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 Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst (Level 2) with an emphasis in Cost Planning to join our Air Dominance Division. This position may be located in Palmdale, CA. The Air Dominance Division is a complex environment that requires a candidate to possess self-initiative, strong analytical skills, and solid leadership characteristics. Candidate will have the following, but not limited to, responsibilities: Essential Functions: Possess the ability to prepare and provide weekly/monthly analytical reports and tools to support trend analysis, and change control management utilizing SAP reporting Developing and analyzing estimates to completion (ETC) and performing monthly Budget, EAC, Actuals, and Variance Analysis Preparing EVMS baselines, maintaining artifacts, analyzing monthly performance, and updating Cobra Controlling and reconciling all changes to the PMB (in a timely manner) and ensuring cost and schedule integration Interfacing with CAMs, Engineering/Operations IPTs, and program leadership on monthly forecasts, updates, and status Coordinating with cross-functional teams across multiple organizations Fostering an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication across the team and stakeholders at multiple levels 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: Master’s degree with relevant experience or Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years' proven experience in business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields Experience with MS Office including Excel and PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Excel Macros, Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and Slicer tools Ability to work in Deltek Cobra Ability to run SAP BW (OLAP) Queries, & ZHRAL Tables – T Codes Candidate must gain and have an understanding of, and adherence to, company policies, procedures and internal controls Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00 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.

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