Principal or Sr. Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst

Northrop Grumman · Los Angeles

Sales & Business

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems – Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) transforms breakthrough ideas into mission-ready capabilities through intelligent anticipation. We’re the front-end design engine, defining what comes next. From developing cutting-edge next-generation future aircraft to trailblazing collaborative autonomous platforms, we push the boundaries of technology and forge industry-leading partnerships that set new standards for what’s possible.

Our team owns the full lifecycle of advanced concept creation, from visionary early-stage designs and rapid prototyping to high-impact demonstrations and solving the toughest technical challenges in survivability, autonomy, and battle management. We seek curious, adaptable people who thrive on turning intuition into breakthrough solutions. If you’re driven to invent the future, build what’s next, and shape the landscape of national security, this is where you belong.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (level 3) or Senior Principal Program Planning Scheduling Analyst (level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA. The selected candidate will work closely with the Program Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the AS Business Management organization. This role is eligible for hybrid work arrangement, however not fully remote.

Essential Functions:

Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives
Ensures major projects and program schedules and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality
Tracks plans and schedules, performs risk analysis, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts
Uses Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas

Principal (Level 3) Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience OR a Master's Degree with 3 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience OR Associate's Degree with 7 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience OR High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience
Possess intermediate to advanced skills in MS Project and the detail development of an IMS
Proven background and experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) practices and the ability to support implementation on programs
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Sr. Principal (Level 4) Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience OR a Master's Degree with 6 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience OR Associate's Degree with 10 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience OR High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of business, finance, accounting, program control, industrial engineering and/or similar industry related fields experience
Possess intermediate to advanced skills in MS Project and the detail development of an IMS
Proven background and experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) practices and the ability to support implementation on programs
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

A current/active U.S. government Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Experience in material cost management
Experience with EVM
Experience with SAP and MPM &/or COBRA

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00

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.