Business Process Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Redondo Beach, California

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/17/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

Top SecretTRAVEL:

Yes, 10 of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Business Process Analyst - Level 2 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100 onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

This role supports recurring reporting cycles and ensures data accuracy; manages data inputs, outputs, and analysis across platforms such as SAP, Deltek Cobra, wInsight, Power BI, and Excel based tools; and contributes to business process improvements.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Support recurring business and financial processes and scheduled reporting cycles, including data collection, validation, reconciliation, and reporting, while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met

Support data flows across systems such as SAP, Cobra, wInsight, and related reporting tools

Manage and support Cobra system processes, including updating Cobra code files, implementing and repricing rate files, and validating data used in cost reporting and reconciliation activities

Support SAP-related business processes, including the creation and maintenance of networks, WBS elements, IWOs, settlement rules, and related project or cost-structure data

Investigate data discrepancies, perform root-cause analysis, and help resolve process or system issues

Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for business partners, program teams, and leadership using Excel, Power BI, SQL queries, or other reporting tools

Participate in testing, validation, and implementation of system updates, reporting changes, and process improvements

Document business processes, standard operating procedures, job aids, and process flows to improve consistency and knowledge sharing

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business requirements and support process enhancements

Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in handling sensitive financial and operational data

Independently manage defined processes, contribute to small projects, and recommend practical improvements to reporting, reconciliation, or workflow efficiency

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience in business process analysis, financial systems support, reporting, data analysis, or related work - OR - Master's degree

Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance at time of application, current and within scope

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ability to work with large datasets and perform basic analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting Cobra administration activities, including rate file updates, code file maintenance, or related cost-system processes.

Experience working SAP to support project and cost-management processes

Experience working in financial, cost, or project-management environments

Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) principles, terminology, and related reporting processes

Experience with Power BI, SQL, VBA, Power Query, or other reporting and process automation tools

Background in government contracting, cost management, or program-finance environments

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to learn new systems, business processes, and technical tools

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to analyze workflows, identify gaps, and recommend process improvements

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?

Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range:

$83,400.00 - $125,200.00The 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 candidates 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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