Principal or Sr Principal Proposal Analyst

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Level 3 Principal Proposal Analyst or Level 4 Senior Principal Proposal Analyst to join our team in Melbourne, Florida. The role focuses on evaluating and developing bids, coordinating cost, schedule, and technical elements, and leading proposal activities with cross-functional teams.

Candidates will analyze data, manage cost models, and participate in negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline; 5 years proposal or material estimating experience or Master’s with 3 years
• Ability to interpret and present complex data
• Solid understanding of project management and cost estimation principles
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARs and proposal development standards
• Experience with Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and cost estimating tools (e.g., ProPricer)
• Must obtain US Government Secret Clearance and program access

Responsibilities

• Lead/develop proposals and cost/elements per RFP specifications
• Coordinate collection and validation of cost, schedule and technical data
• Research historical data and develop cost models for proposals
• Participate in fact-finding meetings and price review discussions
• Collaborate with contract negotiating teams and management
• Maintain CEFS and allocations reviews for programs

Skills

Data interpretation

Analytical thinking

Project management understanding

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics

Master's degree in business/finance/economics

Tools

MS Office (PowerPoint/Outlook/Word/Excel)

ProPricer

SAP

Cost Point

BOE Next

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Level 3 Principal Proposal Analyst or a Level 4 Senior Principal Proposal Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals supporting our Global Surveillance Division! This position will be in Melbourne, Florida and be primarily based in-office due to program and business needs.

Essential Functions:

• This role will provide essential support to the Programs as a key evaluator and developer of bids
• Candidates for this position will lead/support proposal activities of diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement and collaboration with other team members
• They will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced across interpersonal, business, and proposal-based capabilities; a commitment to ethics and integrity; and the capability to innovate in a challenging and dynamic environment
• Develops, plans and schedules proposals
• Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications
• Coordinates the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements from functional departments, including approvals
• Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts
• Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings
• Participates in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives
• Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team
• Lead/Supports the reviews and updates of the Cost Estimating Factors (CEFS) used within the program
• Lead/Supports the reviews and updates of the Allocations used within the program
• This role may be filled at the Level 3 Principal or Level 4 Senior Principal depending upon candidate experience, education, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3 Principal Proposal Analyst

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 5 years of proposal or material estimating experience or a Master's degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 3 years of proposal or material estimating experience
• Must have ability to interpret and present complex data
• Must have a solid understanding of project management and/or cost estimation principles
• Must have knowledge of industry-specific standards and practices related to proposal development (e.g. FAR, DFARs, etc.)
• Must have experience with developing and 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)
• Must have the ability to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a required Program Accesses.

Basic Qualifications for Level 4 Senior Principal Proposal Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience in quantitative/analytical roles; or Master's degree with 6 years of stated experience
• Must have an ability to interpret and present complex data
• Must have a solid understanding of project management and/or cost estimation principles
• Must have knowledge of industry-specific standards and practices related to proposal development (e.g. FAR, DFARs, etc.)
• Must have experience with developing and 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)
• Must have the ability to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a required Program Accesses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in preparing proposal cost volumes in accordance with NGC policies and procedures
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong briefing skills up to the Division level
• Proven ability to independently complete projects with limited supervision
• Experience with independent cost reviews
• Working knowledge of Cost Improvement (Learning) Curves and/or Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs)
• Working knowledge of Cost Estimating Factors (CEFs)
• Demonstrates experience creating spreadsheets and performing data analysis to create meaningful insights for decision-making
• Experience with SAP, Cost Point, and/or BOE Next
• Strong attention to detail with an appreciation for accuracy and high standards of quality
• Proven ability to proactively multitask and manage competing priorities effectively
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Active US Government Secret US Clearance, Top Secret Preferred Active Program Access clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

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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