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Principal Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman Systems

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Baltimore, MD · Posted November 3, 2026

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Financial Analyst based out of Linthicum, MD. This position may be staffed as a Hybrid role from Linthicum, MD. This position offers the 9/80 schedule.

What You’ll Get to Do :

The Principal Financial Analyst will support the Financial Planning & Reporting Organization, Land and Maritime Sensors Business Unit

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for the consolidation and analysis of monthly financial reporting and forecasting; coordination of monthly variance analysis, consolidation and review of annual operating plans; and providing guidance on EAC and revenue recognition policies/procedures.

Additional roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Business Unit lead for cash and balance sheet activities.

Monthly/quarterly forecasting, reporting, and analysis to include Income Statement and Balance Sheet activities

Annual Operating Plan (AOP) preparation and coordination

AR billed/unbilled reviews and status

Various month-end entries related to Balance Sheet reclass, forward loss/reserve entries, etc.

Support to quarterly EAC reviews/process as well as PPA processing

Other ad hoc duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field with 5 years of related experience, or Master’s Degree as described with 3 years of related professional experience

Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Experience with the following reporting tools: SAP/Business Warehouse, Excel & Cognos.

Professional experience in Aerospace & Defense, Financial Services, or Telecommunications.

Financial Forecasting, Cognos experience

The willingness and ability to travel domestically 10% of the time.

Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance.

US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience with financial analysis and reporting including development of forecast, profitability, and cash flow analysis

Experience with Cognos, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, chart generation, VBA macros, etc.)

Ability to interface with multiple disciplines and varying levels of management

Analytical; makes recommendations using acquired data and experience

Detail and results oriented; ability to deliver timely and accurate results under time sensitive conditions

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills; ability to multitask

Self-motivated and works well in team environment

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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00

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.