
Cost & Schedule Manager 2
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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.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 Defense Systems has an opening for a Cost & Schedule Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Cost & Schedule Manager (S02) who will be an integral part of the Scheduling and Business Management leadership team. This leader will be provide guidance and support for the Cost and Schedule Management organization with deep integration with the Business Management organization. This role is fast paced and demanding. It will require a high level of work ethic and strong strategic adaptability.
This role will be responsible in supporting organization execution. They are accountable for Program performance reporting, analysis, and compliance.
They will partner with and support the Program leadership team, Business Segments, Integrated Product Teams, and control account managers.
Responsibilities include Cost and Performance deliverables, financial forecasting, support to Financial Planning and Reporting, Process Improvements, Earned Value Management implementation, and Proposal Support. This position is also accountable in support of EAC and Risk/Opportunity Assessment, Program Baselines, Auditory Compliance and Surveillances, as well as Division and Sector leadership ad hoc activities. They will support the Senior Cost & Schedule Manager and partner with Business leadership and manage a group of Program Cost and Schedule Analysts.
Basic Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in Business Management with Bachelor's degree – OR - 6+ years of experience with a Master's
- Experience with Microsoft Project and the development of an Integrated Master Schedule
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Extensive knowledge of program execution for cost and compliance
- Strong background and experience in leading teams or an organization directly or indirectly
- Ability to obtain Interim or Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Compliance
- Active DoD clearance
- Working knowledge of EVMS Software (i.e. MPM or Cobra), Microsoft Office Suite and Accounting principles
- Experience interfacing with customers or government audit agencies such as DCMA and DCAA, as well as Internal Audit
- Experience with SSI Tools
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Job Details
- Category
- Business & Finance
- Employment Type
- Full time
- Location
- Northridge, CA 91325, United States
- Posted
- Jan 13, 2026, 07:00 PM
- Listed
- Jan 15, 2026, 01:33 AM
- Last updated
- Jan 17, 2026, 01:25 AM
- Compensation
- $146,600 - $219,800 per year
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