Data Insights Analyst - Level 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. 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 Data Insight Analyst – Level 3 , you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. May consider one of the following locations; Linthicum, MD ; Rolling Meadows, IL ; Redondo Beach, CA ; or Dulles, VA .   The Date Insight Analyst will extract, transform, and analyze data from systems including SAP and Costpoint databases, Excel, and data warehouses to inform strategic and operational decisions, while developing and maintaining robust reporting and visualization solutions.   This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.   Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Extract, transform, clean, and validate large datasets from multiple systems to ensure data accuracy and integrity • Design, develop, and maintain interactive Power BI and/or Tableau dashboards and reports for operational and executive decision-making • Translate business requirements into data models, KPIs, metrics, and visual storytelling solutions • Perform advanced analysis to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and actionable insights  • Identify and remediate data quality issues; contribute to data definitions, documentation, and governance standards • Manage data refresh schedules and optimize dashboard performance, consistency, and usability • Partner with Contracts, Property, Global Trade, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and deliver trusted analytics • Other duties as assigned    Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.  Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree. • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance • 3+ years hands-on experience building dashboards/reports in Power BI and/or Tableau • Strong SQL skills (joins, subqueries, CTEs, performance tuning) • Proficient in Excel • Proven ability to translate business requirements into KPIs and compelling dashboards; manage projects end‑to‑end • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications:    • Advanced expertise in Power BI (complex DAX, optimization) and Tableau (Tableau Prep, advanced calculations) • Experience with data governance, BI best practices, and scalable reporting frameworks.  • Experience integrating and reconciling data across SAP, Costpoint, and other ERP/business systems • Familiarity with contracts, property, and global trade data, metrics, and processes • C