Principal Program Material Cost Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman

. Provide assistance and guidance supporting implementation of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs).

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $77,000 - $141,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) implementation and compliance with DOD guidelines, alongside strong capabilities in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management. Proven ability to support Integrated Product Teams and manage material cost accounting effectively.

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Earned Value Management System (EVMS)Material Cost ManagementFinancial AnalysisBusiness Systems (SAP, Cobra)U.S. Government Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisCost ManagementBudget PreparationVariance AnalysisEstimate-To-Complete AnalysisWBS AlignmentMonthly Performance MeasurementMaterial AccountingRecovery PlanningMaterial EAC Development

Tools & Technologies

SAPCobraManufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) Systems

Industry Keywords

DOD ComplianceIntegrated Product Teams (IPTs)Control Account Managers (CAMs)Group Pegging and Distribution (GPD)U.S. Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide assistance and guidance supporting implementation of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs).
Ensure compliance with DOD EVMS guidelines and the Autonomous Systems Division EVM System.
Prepare month-end reports.
Develop and review material EACs.
Incorporate changes into the EVMS system to maintain Major Subcontract/General Procurement cost and schedule baselines.
Assist CAMs with WBS alignment, time phasing, earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate-to-complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting.
Support monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans.
Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work.
Perform or assist with funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
Analyze material data and meet with control account managers to review data.
Provide support to Integrated Product Teams and Cost Management Managers.
Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and suppliers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain and/or industry related field.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of EVMS.
Must have material cost management and/or material accounting experience.
Must have experience with Business Systems, such as SAP, Cobra, etc.
Experience with Group Pegging and Distribution (GPD) preferred.
Working knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems preferred.
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Ability to work on-site weekly in El Segundo, CA, Oklahoma City, OK, San Diego, CA or Melbourne, FL.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Phenomenal learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Friendly collaborative workplace
Excellent work/life balance
Exceptional benefits/healthcare
9/80 schedule
Great 401K matching
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Long Term Incentives for eligible Vice President or Director positions