Principal Pricing Analyst

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaboration and teamwork

Opportunity to innovate

Job summary

A tech company located in Virginia is seeking a Proposal Pricing Analyst who will lead the development of strategic cost proposals. The ideal candidate should possess at least 8 years of relevant experience and a BA/BS degree or an advanced degree. Key responsibilities include developing cost strategies, creating cost reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The role requires strong Excel skills and a commitment to working onsite. Join us for an opportunity to innovate and solve complex challenges in cybersecurity and intelligence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a related field with a BA/BS or 6 years with an Advanced Degree.
• Knowledge of various types of contracts including Cost Reimbursement, FFP, T&M.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost strategy aligned with proposal targets.
• Create accurate cost reports complying with government regulations.
• Lead the development of cost volume deliverables from kickoff to award.

Skills

Excel skills

Time management

Leadership skills

Strategic thinking

Education

BA/BS degree or Advanced Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power Query

BI tools

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

The Role: Nightwing Estimating & Pricing has an exciting opportunity for a Proposal Pricing Analyst. This is an individual contributor role with high visibility, leading the development of strategic cost proposals. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record of winning new and follow‑on business in the DoD / Intelligence Government space, excellent Excel skills, and can operate efficiently in a dynamic proposal team environment.

Job Duties And Expectations

• Develops and Implements Cost Strategy, including shaping of RFP requirements, forming questions to customers, engaging in customer meetings, negotiation with suppliers, and guiding estimators to align with cost targets meeting the PTW
• Understands and follows CAS Disclosure Statements, rate structures, Cost Estimating Manual, and proposal processes
• Creates accurate cost reports and complies with the FAR/DFARS and RFP requirements and internal policies as related to development of cost estimates, reports, and Gate packages
• Supports the development of the Business Case and investment requests
• Full ownership of the Cost Volume deliverables, from Cost Kickoff to program award
• Proactive and responsive communication with proposal teams and up the E&P chain as issues arise
• Skilled use of pricing tools, such as Microsoft Excel, Power Queary, BI
• Periodic support (development/independent review) of sole source proposals as needed to balance E&P team workload
• Provides thorough and strategic Color Team reviews for proposals lead by other team members

Required Skills

• Must have a minimum 8 years of experience in a related field with a BA/BS degree OR 6 years of experience with an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Must be willing to work onsite in order to perform job duties.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, various types of contracts (e.g. Cost Reimbursement, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, service models, etc.)
• Leadership skills to include strategic thinking, customer focus, performance and results orientation, innovation and influential communication.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize actions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven record of responsiveness with strong time management and organization skills.
• Thorough understanding of cost structures, material estimates, development costs, performance requirements, schedules, and supplier terms.
• Understanding of competitive procurements and ability to support the development and preparation of high quality, complex proposals
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations and ability to apply them appropriately to work products

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.