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How much do control account manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for control account manager in Florida is $49,184.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,900.00 and $58,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a control account manager?

Control Account Managers (CAMs) are professionals responsible for managing specific segments of a project’s budget, schedule, and technical performance within organizations that use earned value management (EVM) systems. They oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of assigned control accounts, ensuring that project objectives are met on time and within budget. CAMs act as the primary point of contact for their control accounts, coordinating with project managers, finance teams, and technical staff to track progress, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.

What is the difference between Control Account Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectControl Account ManagerProject Coordinator
CredentialsPMI-ACP, PMP, or similar project management certificationsTypically no specific certifications required, but often has a degree in business or related field
Work EnvironmentWorks within project teams, often in technical or engineering industries, managing budgets and schedulesSupports project teams by coordinating activities, schedules, and documentation
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in defense, aerospace, government, and large engineering projectsUsed across various industries including construction, IT, and corporate projects

While both roles support project execution, the Control Account Manager focuses on budget, scope, and schedule control within specific project segments, often requiring specialized certifications. The Project Coordinator handles administrative and logistical tasks to facilitate project progress, typically with less emphasis on financial management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a control account manager?

To thrive as a Control Account Manager, you need expertise in project management, cost estimating, budgeting, and earned value management, often supported by a degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and EVM software, as well as certifications such as PMP or EVMP, is highly beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These skills ensure precise control over project performance, enabling timely delivery within scope and budget.

How does a control account manager typically interact with project teams and stakeholders?

A Control Account Manager (CAM) serves as the main point of contact for their assigned control accounts, regularly collaborating with project managers, engineers, finance teams, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met. CAMs are responsible for integrating schedules, budgets, and technical requirements, so they frequently attend status meetings, provide progress updates, and address any risks or issues that arise. Effective communication and coordination are essential, as CAMs must ensure that deliverables align with contract requirements and organizational goals. This role often requires balancing multiple priorities and facilitating cross-functional teamwork to keep projects on track.
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Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer/Sr. Principal Control Account

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 362 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 538 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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.
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's Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer/Sr. Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.
**This position may be filled by either at the Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer level OR at the Sr. Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer level based on the qualifications listed.**
What You'll Get To Do:
As a CAM, you will work with a technical team, leadership team and Business Management team to gather necessary information to control cost, schedule and performance of multiple statements of work. Along with forecasting of financial data and delivery of monthly program reports/presentations, you will update Earned Value Management (EVM) tools and produce required data products, review monthly Earned Value (EV) data and provide detailed cost account status, and support program requirements.
Tasks include, but are not limited to:
  • Perform Control Account Management (CAM) duties
  • Coordinate with technical leadership in a cross functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule, and technical objectives
  • Develop and deliver presentations to program stakeholders
  • Define, plan, perform, monitor, control, and complete a variety of project tasks simultaneously
  • Track budget actuals against predictions and financial performance against the full EV performance management baseline, participate in CAM status calls, prepare status for/attend weekly status meeting, provide/enter periodic Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) status, support stakeholder meetings, review Actual Hours reports for time charging accuracy and alignment with IMS status.
  • On a monthly basis: calculate & enter Estimate at Complete (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETCs) into the financial system, analyze EV metrics and generate Variance Reports (VARs) as required, and attend meetings related to forecasting and spend plans for statements of work.
  • Coordinate with the scheduling team to develop and execute to an IMS
  • Coordinate Earned Value Change Requests (EVCRs) with the Business Management and Scheduling team as needed
  • Review labor resources and cost actuals on a weekly basis, initiating action on any discrepancies
  • Adhere to all internal processes for Program Management
  • Perform schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks
  • Provide cost and schedule impacts for engineering change management packages
  • Prepare and present at government control account manager meetings
  • Ensure Computer Software Configuration Items (CSCIs) are mapped correctly in the IMS

Basic Qualifications:
Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 5 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 3 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 1 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
  • Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain program access approval.
  • CAM Certification
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams of multi-disciplined individuals responsible for the cost and schedule of the technical baseline.
  • Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with cross-functional, multi-discipline teams to deliver engineering outcomes such as productivity metrics, burn down plans, etc.
  • Experience with Control Account Management and Earned Value Management methodologies.
  • Experience with contracts executing full earned value management.
  • Capable of effective communication in a highly technical environment.
  • Proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and Power Point.
  • Capable of providing Avionics Integration engineering support for the integration of aircraft flight deck systems to support the program.

Basic Qualifications:
Sr. Principal Control Account Manager (CAM)/Avionics Integration Engineer
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
  • Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain program access approval.
  • CAM Certification
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams of multi-disciplined individuals responsible for the cost and schedule of the technical baseline.
  • Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with cross-functional, multi-discipline teams to deliver engineering outcomes such as productivity metrics, burn down plans, etc.
  • Experience with Control Account Management and Earned Value Management methodologies.
  • Experience with contracts executing full earned value management.
  • Capable of effective communication in a highly technical environment.
  • Proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and Power Point.
  • Capable of providing Avionics Integration engineering support for the integration of aircraft flight deck systems to support the program.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Willingness to learn program specific technologies/methodologies as applicable to the execution life cycle appropriate for an engineering role.
  • Knowledge of model-based systems engineering process and artifact creation.
  • Ability to communicate with multiple levels of the organization having excellent presentation skills.
  • Experience with Risk Management, Return to Green (RTG) plans, and scheduling cross functional activities.

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00
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.

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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.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939