Manager, Pricing Cost Estimating

Northrop Grumman

Manager of Independent Cost Evaluation at Northrop Grumman assessing proposal executability and cost realism. Leading cost estimation efforts and presenting strategic insights to stakeholders.

Posted 8/2/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $159,500 - $239,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost assessment and pricing strategies, with a strong focus on developing independent cost estimates and methodologies that align with organizational objectives. Proven ability to present complex information clearly to diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost AssessmentPricing StrategyFAR/DFARS KnowledgeTeam LeadershipDoD Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationProposal EvaluationData AnalysisProcess ImprovementCost Uncertainty Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationPresentation SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Cost Evaluation FrameworksStandardized Methodologies

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret ClearanceTop Secret/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ProposalsCommercial ProposalsInternational ProposalsAudit StandardsGlobal Supply Chain

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Key member of an independent review team responsible for evaluating the executability and cost realism of proposals that trigger pre-defined review thresholds.
Perform rigorous, unbiased cost assessments using a combination of external industry data, internal program performance data, historical actuals, and data provided by proposal teams.
Develop an independent range of cost uncertainty around point estimates provided by proposal teams in conjunction with sector ICE resources to deliver well-substantiated insights to support decision-making on major proposals.
Manage the independent review process for major proposals, overseeing the development of robust independent cost estimates that assess the executability and realism of proposal team data.
Establish and continuously improve standardized methodologies, tools, and frameworks for cost evaluation to enhance consistency and reliability across sectors.
Ensure alignment of independent assessments with organizational strategic objectives, presenting findings and providing strategic advice to senior leadership and decision-makers.
Direct the preparation and presentation of clear, comprehensive ICE output to internal and external stakeholders, including management, proposal teams, sector leadership, customers, and auditors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of related professional experience in pricing, estimating, contracts, global supply chain, business management, or program management; OR a Master’s degree with 6 years of related professional experience as described.
Extensive experience supporting pricing and estimating in U.S. Government, commercial, or international proposals.
Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and relevant audit standards.
Demonstrated experience leading teams or initiatives focused on process improvement and technology modernization for pricing, estimating, or business management functions.
Experience presenting and explaining complex information to diverse stakeholders, including executive leadership.
Ability to travel up to 35% of the time to required sites for reviews.
An active DoD Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance within a reasonable amount of time following hire.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business