Staff Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst – Level 5

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: San Diego
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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Staff Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst – Level 5 located San Diego, CA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. The Staff Program Cost Control Analyst – Level 5 will report to the Cost Manager of Project Controls on and will be responsible for supporting Northrop Grumman Corporation Space Systems programs in compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements and program implementation. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. In this job, you will: Sets up cost control system, monitors and controls costs and schedules on Contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system Maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance including cost/schedule integration Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines Prepare and maintain spending plans; develop and review Estimates at Complete (EACs); incorporate changes into the EVMS system to maintain cost and schedule baselines Assist Control Account Managers (CAMs) with EVMS activities including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and alignment; time-phasing of tasks; developing and documenting earned value methodologies; performance measurement; estimate to complete analysis and updates and variance analysis research and reporting. Create financial charts in support of program management and program reviews; identify cost impacts and develop recovery plans as required Responsible for actuals reconciliation, budget change requests and ensuring proper accounting Incorporate contractual changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years’ experience in Business, Finance, Accounting or Cost Control OR Master’s Degree with 8 years of experience Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, PowerPoint Knowledge and working experience with Earned Value Management (EVMS) Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency of the following systems or software: Deltek Cobra EMVS System application or similar project management software, wInsight, SAP Management Project Systems Module, Business Warehouse (BW), and PowerBI Experience working for a cleared customer Manufacturing cost and Material experience welcome Ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret Clearance and SCI access Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $146,300.00 - $219,500.00 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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