Program Cost Control Analyst 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Pricing Analyst at Levels 3 or 4 in the Space Sector, located onsite in Dulles, VA. The role focuses on proposing pricing strategies, cost estimation, and compliance with RFP specifications for government contracts.

The position requires active Top Secret clearance, strong analytical skills, and experience with pricing in a regulated environment. A 9/80 work schedule is noted, with every other Friday off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience, or a Master's with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year.
• Active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.
• Proposal/pricing experience and ability to work in a regulated government environment.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop pricing strategies and models based on current business and market dynamics.
• Conduct competitive pricing analysis and monitor the pricing environment.
• Collaborate with Sales/Marketing, Business Development and Finance to position products and pricing.
• Create and administer pricing databases; coordinate implementation of pricing proposals.
• Participate in cost and pricing reviews and fact-finding sessions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Proposal pricing experience

Security clearance (Top Secret)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Finance/Accounting/Economics degree

Tools

ProPricer

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Pricing Analyst – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Dulles, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Pricing Analyst will support efforts associated with proposal development, cost estimating/pricing related duties and analysis in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Will coordinate with functional departments to facilitate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements and research and analyze historical data and develop cost models to support proposal efforts. Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings and cost and pricing reviews with management.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this job, you will:

• Develops, evaluates and implements pricing strategies and models based upon current business and competitive market dynamics.
• Conducts research and performs competitive pricing analysis.
• Monitors ongoing competitive environment to ensure practices do not adversely impact company reputation or customer satisfaction.
• Partners with Sales/Marketing, Business Development and Finance to correctly position product portfolio and establish pricing programs aligned with product/sales strategy and revenue recognition requirements.
• Projects impact of pricing changes, individual promotions and rebate programs on revenue.
• Creates/administers pricing databases and coordinates implementation of pricing proposals across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
• Proposal/Pricing experience
• Experience working in an environment that requires strong analytical and organizational skills.

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
• Proposal/Pricing experience
• Experience working in an environment that requires strong analytical and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Supply chain
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations
• Aerospace/Defense industry experience
• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards
• Experience with program cost analysis in an engineering and manufacturing environment
• Experience with ProPricer

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.