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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.
Your Opportunity to Define Possible. Our Opportunity to Deliver the Nation’s Security. Together.
About Your Opportunity
As a Junior Project Controller at Northrop Grumman you will assist the project team in effectively and proactively controlling multi-million pound projects across the portfolio.
The role may be Planning or Cost centric based on the individual project controls resource requirements. You will actively adhere to robust project controls processes and procedures
Your Benefits
- Flexible working schedules - we offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Talk to us at the application stage about any scheduling preferences you may have.
- Flexible Benefits Package – choose which NGUKL benefits you want to satisfy your personal needs. Core Benefits provided for you are Healthcare, Dental, Life Assurance and Pension. Benefits you can flex include Critical Illness Cover, Health Cash Plan, and Health Assessments.
- Employee Incentive Programme – exceptional performance is recognized through our annual incentive programme which is awarded to top performers who excel
- Career Development – opportunity for ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
Your Responsibilities
- Working in standard company business systems (Primavera P6 scheduling, COBRA cost management system, SAP –ERP system, etc.).
- Building and maintaining a cost and schedule performance baseline which includes well defined; scope, assumptions, deliverables, Work Breakdown Structure, Activity ID and integrated critical path schedule that is resource loaded
- Supporting cost related functions including cost estimating, cost control, change management, cost analysis, activity coding control, accruals, invoicing and expense management
- Supporting effective communications and reporting requirements that define the current status of a project in relation to the project performance baseline, reasons for deviation, and assisting with implementation of corrective action plans.
- Be involved in project planning sessions and team meetings
Your Experience
- Familiar with EVMS methodologies and project controls software such as Primavera P6 and Deltek COBRA or similar. (Training is available)
- Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Mathematics, Sciences preferred
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong communication skills at all levels
- Superior oral and written communication skills and a good eye for detail
Your Future Team
- Collaborative
- Flexible and supportive
- Team minded
- Supportive
- Respectful
“I am in a role where I can actively support and develop a team of project controllers, whilst delivering an exceptional service to the wider business.”
Hema Solanki, Senior Lead Project controller, Northrop Grumman UK
We believe that creating a team that values diversity and fosters inclusion is essential to great performance. We know the best ideas come from diversity of thought, background, perspective, culture, gender, race, age and many other elements. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from communities currently under-represented within our industry. We treat everyone with respect and foster safe and inclusive environments.
About Our Responsibilities
Our customers operate in unique environments which offer new and exciting challenges every day, cultivating a place where you can learn and thrive, working alongside the best minds in industry. We’ll give you space to develop your career, where your ideas can shape the future of our dynamic business.
We promote collaboration to achieve more than we could imagine, together. And within a respectful and inspirational environment, we value what you say and do.
How to Apply
Interested in our opportunity?
Yes – then simply submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by one of our expert recruiters who’ll then respond advising you of the outcome and next steps for successful candidates.
Possibly, I’d like to find out more – then connect directly with our Talent Acquisition team on Talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com who will be happy to support you with any questions.
Background checks and potentially security clearance form part of the recruitment process, our team will inform you of the procedures when required.
