Principal Financial Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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 (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Principal Financial Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site in San Diego, CA, Palmdale, CA or El Segundo, CA supporting the Air Dominance Division. The selected candidate will directly report to the Finance Manager and job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Essential Functions: Supports Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, and profitability analysis. Supports development of consolidated program Long Range Strategic Plans (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans. Works with the business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics and to support the management & reporting requirements for the program. Support the management of program financials, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis). Supports review, analysis, and management of invoicing and collections. Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation. Coordinate with the functional business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics. Support the development of presentations for, and occasionally brief to, Program, Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership. Supports initiatives and ad hoc requests from Program, Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership. Interface with business, program, and corporate personnel. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in Business Administration, Finance, or accounting, financial analysis, or industry related fields. Master's Degree with 3 Years Business Administration, Finance, or accounting, financial analysis, or industry related fields Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint. Data and financial analysis skills, including use and understanding of spreadsheets. Active DOD Secret clearance with completed investigation in the last 6 years, and the ability to obtain special program access . Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with Northrop Grumman financial planning, reporting and analysis. Experience with IBM Cognos and Planning Analytics. Experience with the Annual Operating Plan and Long-Range Strategic Plan processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excel experience including Macros, MS Excel (e.g., INDEXMATCH, Pivot tables), and MS PowerPoint skills preferable. Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR. Active DOD Top Secret clearance with completed investigation in the last 6 years. Primary 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. 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.

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