Program Business Analyst

We are Northrop Grumman Australia. Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government’s priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career. 

The Program Business Analyst will serve as a strategic liaison between the finance business partnering function and operational leadership groups within NGA, providing expert financial support and guidance to support the development of winning commercial pricing strategies and P&L analysis to drive long-term sustainable financial growth. 

Your Role 

• Prepare detailed price models and cost estimates to support compelling business proposals. 

• Participate in and contribute to pricing reviews with senior management, including Sector and Division-level discussions. 

• Collaborate with the Key Captures Business Manager and Business Management on various ad hoc projects to support business objectives. 

• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reporting to ensure transparency and inform decision-making. 

About You 

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution. 

• CPA or CA qualification (or a willingness to obtain) to demonstrate your commitment to professional excellence. 

• Demonstrated experience in pricing contracts and tenders, ensuring competitive and compliant financial strategies. 

• Strong expertise in contract compliance, cost management, budget development, and financial estimating for proposals. 

• Skilled in project analysis, management reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and accounting, with a focus on delivering actionable insights. 

What we Offer 

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.  

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training 

• Purchased annual leave 

• Salary packaging including novated car leases 

• Generous paid parental leave  

• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave 

• Health & Wellbeing program 

• Employee Assistance Program 

Defining Possible is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that works for our people’s careers too. What’s Your Possible? 

Everyone Matters 
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds. 

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team. 

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.