Principal Pricing Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Pricing Analyst in Woodland Hills, CA to join the Pricing and Estimating Organization. The role requires building labor estimates from RFPs, coordinating with Operations, and ensuring FAR compliance on government proposals.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of finance experience or a Master's with 3+ years, with Proposal/Pricing experience and US citizenship. A Secret clearance is required or can be obtained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of related finance experience or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of related finance experience.
• Proposal/Pricing experience is required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance is required.
• Preferred: Experience with government proposals; A current/active U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare labor estimates for proposal submittals.
• Understand customer requirements through RFPs and other requests.
• Collaborate with Operations and Program Management to develop labor estimates.
• Ensure compliance with FAR regulatory requirements.
• Support proposal reviews with CERs and supporting data.
• Coordinate collection of hours, scheduling, and performance elements from internal customers.
• Research and analyze historical data and troubleshoot issues with proposal requirements and deadlines.
• Support government audit engagements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Proposal/Pricing experience

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is looking for you to join our team as a Principal Pricing Analyst based in Woodland Hills, California supporting the Pricing and Estimating Organization. This position will require you to work full time in the office and offers a 9/80 schedule.What You Will Get To Do:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Prepare Labor Estimates for proposal submittals by:Understanding customer requirements through RFPs and other requestsCollaborate and coordinate with Operations Program Management to develop labor estimatesEnsuring compliance with Customer and FAR Regulatory RequirementsEnsure schedule adherenceSupport proposal reviews with detailed Cost Estimating Relationship (CERs) Estimates including accompanying supporting dataCoordinate the collection and accumulation of hours, scheduling, and performance elements from internal customersResearch and analyze historical dataInteract with other functional areas to troubleshoot issues in support of proposal requirements and deadlinesSupport customer / government audit engagementsThe successful candidate will have strong analytical and organizational skills. Basic Qualifications:Bachelors degree and a minimum 5 years of related finance experience or a Masters degree and a minimum of 3 years of related finance experienceProposal/Pricing experienceU.S. Citizenship Required.Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance is required.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with government proposalsA Current/Active U.S. Government Secret level security clearanceWhat We Can Offer You:Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00The 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.