Northrop Grumman

Principal, Price Cost Proposal Analyst – Level 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: El Segundo • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $94,200 - $141,200 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Provide essential support to the F/A-18 Program as a key evaluator and developer of bids
  • Lead/support proposal activities of diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement and collaboration with other team members
  • Develop, plan and schedule proposals
  • Compile cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications
  • Coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements from functional departments
  • Research and analyze historical data, develop cost models to support proposal efforts
  • Coordinate activities and participate in fact-finding meetings
  • Participate in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives
  • Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in quantitative/analytical roles; or Master's degree with 3 years of stated experience; or PhD with 1 Year of stated experience
  • Ability to interpret and present complex data
  • Solid understanding of project management and/or cost estimation principles
  • Knowledge of industry-specific standards and practices related to proposal development (e.g. FAR, DFARs, etc.)
  • Experience with developing and/or analyzing Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
  • Strong Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel); Working knowledge of intermediate Excel concepts, including pivot tables, formulas, or other advanced features
  • Proficiency with cost estimating tools (e.g., ProPricer)
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret US Clearance and required Program Accesses.
Benefits
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Excellent learning opportunities
  • Great 401K matching program
  • 9/80 schedule
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
quantitative analysisdata interpretationproject managementcost estimationBasis of Estimates (BOEs)cost modelingproposal developmentadvanced Excel features
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationengagementcommunication
Certifications
DoD Secret US Clearance