Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
We’re looking for you to join our team as a Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst – Program Control Integrated Systems (PCIS) Tools. The preferred location for this position is Linthicum, MD. This position may also be staffed in Rolling Meadows, IL or San Diego, CA. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 work schedule.
What You’ll Get to Do
The Senior Principal Program Control Analyst - PCIS Tools (Sr PCA-PCIS Tools) will be responsible for administration, support and continuous improvement of our sector Program Control Toolset. Reporting to the Sector Manager - PCIS, you will serve as a primary point of contact for programs and users, drive process enhancements, test and implement updates to key tools (i.e. COBRA, Open Plan, PM Compass), and assist with development of related processes, templates, and training assets.
The Sr PCA - PCIS Tools will interface with the program managers, functional management, control account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide help desk support, bench support, and process improvements related to the PCIS tools and processes.
The roles and responsibilities of the Sr PCA - PCIS Tools include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide Tier1 helpdesk support for PCIS tools, ensuring timely resolution of tickets.
Provide end user support
Configuration, testing and rollout of new releases and enhancements for COBRA, PM Compass, Open Plan and other EVM utilities
Participate on the MS PCIS Configuration Change Board (CCB), with a focus on streamlining and optimizing compliant processes.
Collaborate with business management, program management and technical teams to integrate tool outputs into cost schedule reporting and dashboards.
Program bench/ support (i.e. tools, EVM)
Communicate latest recommended processes and tools
The ideal candidate will understand, develop, and implement solutions for technical, programmatic, and compliance issues regarding program execution and EVM (cost, schedule and technical objectives). The candidate must possess strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently, present to leadership, and be comfortable seeking solutions from software documentation and vendor interaction. Also, the candidate must be able to work well in a team environment and give consistent applicable EVM direction to stakeholders such as program managers, control account managers, business managers, program control analysts, and schedulers.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 6 years of related professional experience
Experience with financial systems including cost performance reporting and analysis
Experience with Cobra Cost & Earned Value System, and performance measurement concepts.
Strong PC skills – specifically database understanding and Excel proficiency
Experience with Deltek Open Plan
Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.
US Citizenship
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Business Administration or related field
Experience with PM Compass, Acumen, SAP
Experience in a continuous improvement environment
Current, active U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.
What We Can Offer You
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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