Cost Control Analyst (Level 2/3)
Northrop Grumman
- Location
- United States-California-San Diego
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $75.8k – $113.8k/yr
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
Skills
About this role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has opportunities for Cost Control Analysts (Level 2 or Level 3) to join our team in San Diego, California. The selected candidates will join our cost & schedule team to: Develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity. Interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques; Work under very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus. Support the development of budget baselines and maintain cost/schedule integration; support preparation of budgets and ETC/EAC; perform and/or assist in financial performance analyses and visibility reporting. This position may be filled at either the Level 2 or Level 3 Cost Control Analyst depending upon candidates, skills, knowledge, abilities and experience. Level 2 Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree AND 2 years of qualifiable professional/military experience or a Masters Degree. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the program to meet 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. Level 3 Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree AND 5 years of qualifiable professional/military experience or a Masters degree and 3 years of experience. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the program to meet 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. EVM knowledge Preferred Qualifications: Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). 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,