Earned Value Management (EVM) Analyst - Level 2 or 3

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
• TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

About the role

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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking an Earned Value Management (EVM) Analyst – Level 2 or 3 to join our western region EVM Center of Excellence team. This role is located in our Redondo Beach CA facility.

This individual will be an integrated partner with the Space sector programs’ Business Management, Schedule Management, and Program Management teams to provide EVM training, development, and implementation.

In this job, you will

• Provide guidance to the Program Management Office (PMO), Control Account Managers (CAMs), cost analysts, and schedule analysts on the proper EVM implementation and execution.
• Develop material and facilitate training sessions as needed to support programs and audiences of all sizes on various EVM topics.
• Provide Program Startup and business process implementation guidance (in collaboration with Business and Program Management) through active participation in program baseline development and Integrated Baseline Review (IBR) preparation and execution.
• Conduct and support internal EVM Surveillance Reviews (ISR) to ensure compliance with the EIA-748 EVMS guidelines.
• Support program teams in preparing, execute and close internal and external EVMS reviews (e.g., Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Internal Audit).
• Review and provide feedback on program, division, sector, and corporate processes and procedures.
• Balance multiple projects and prioritize tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

This position can be filled at either Level 2 or 3.

Basic Qualifications

• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant professional experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling – OR – Master’s degree with 1+ years of relevant professional experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling.
• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant professional experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant professional experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Program Cost Analysis or Program Scheduling.
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Strong EVMS experience with Cost and Schedule Management skills.
• Working knowledge of EVM and industry standards EIA 748 guidelines.
• Experience with deployment of processes in an EIA-748 compliant Earned Value Management environment.
• Experience with DCMA data-driven surveillance metrics and associated tools and processes.
• Experience with SAP, SAP Business Warehouse, Deltek Cobra, and MS Project.
• Strong analytical skillset and ability to communicate significance of the results.
• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (with a full investigation within the past 6 years).
• Experience with Deltek CostPoint.
• Experience in a program oversight or auditing role.
• Aerospace/Defense industry experience.

You'll be a great fit if you

• Can effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Can effectively manage a large volume of programs.
• Can handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Have excellent problem solving and organizational skills.

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Primary Level Salary Range

$75,800.00 - $113,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range

$94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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.