2026 Associate Business Process Analyst/Business Process Analyst - Redondo Beach CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers.

From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.

Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies?  If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you!

Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.

Northrop Grumman is seeking Associate Business Process Analyst or Business Process Analyst. This position will be located at our Space sector in Redondo Beach, CA.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Intelligence Systems Division.

Roles and Responsibilities

• 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:

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Business Process Analyst:

• Has completed their bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Having majored in bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or similar degree
• 0-2 years of professional experience in business process analysis, financial systems support, reporting, data analysis, or related work
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top Secret (TS) or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance at time of application
• 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
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ability to work with large datasets and perform basic analysis

Basic Qualifications for a Business Process Analyst:

• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field
• 0 years of experience
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top Secret (TS) or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance at time of application
• 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
• Ability to analyze workflows, identify gaps, and recommend process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ability to work with large datasets and perform basic analysis
• 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

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• 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

Salary Range:

Associate Business Process Analyst: $69,000 to $104,000

Business Process Analyst: $83,400 to $125,000

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Primary Level Salary Range: $69,000.00 - $125,000.00

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.