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Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst - Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman Systems

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Magna, UT · Posted October 26, 2026

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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.

If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As a Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst – Level 2 or 3, your role at Magna, UT will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. This position can be filled at a Level 2 or 3.

In this role, the selected candidate will:

Setting up cost control system, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system

Performing analyses and preparing reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters

Preparing budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis

Preparing program plans to ensure program requirements and statement of work are captured and scheduled

Monitoring funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and preparation of expenditure projections

Incorporating Program Scope changes into control systems by staying aware of outstanding work against each contract in order to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines

Performing miscellaneous financial analysis including monthly financial reporting/forecasting and quarterly EACs

Continually assessing and improving financial reporting processes to enhance efficiencies

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years professional work experience – OR – Master’s Degree and 0+ years professional work experience

Microsoft Office experience, including MS Excel, will be needed for the role

Financial or accounting experience

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years professional work experience – OR – Master’s Degree and 3+ years professional work experience

Microsoft Office experience, including MS Excel, will be needed for the role

Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)

4+ years of financial or accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

Experience with Deltek CostPoint, Deltek Cobra/MPM, Oracle Primavera

Department of Defense (DoD) experience

Aerospace, Space, or Defense industry experience

Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Earned Value Management Experience (EVMS)

Experience planning, forecasting, and executing capital investments

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.