(SkillBridge) Proposal Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Dulles, VA is seeking a Pricing Analyst - Level 2 to join our Integrated Space Mission Segment. The role is 100% onsite with a 9/80 schedule and opportunities to contribute to competitive bids and large programs.

Responsibilities include cost analysis, proposal development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver winning bids while maintaining compliance with FAR/DFARS and NG policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with relevant professional experience as specified in the job posting.
• Experience in proposals, pricing, supply chain or finance.
• Active U.S. Government Top-Secret clearance at time of application, current and within scope.

Responsibilities

• Assist in proposals from receipt of RFP through contract award.
• Summarize and present proposal information in internal reviews and customer meetings.
• Develop cost models and analyze historical data to support proposals.
• Coordinate collection of cost, scheduling and technical elements for proposals.
• Create automation tools and Agile approaches for the Pricing and Estimating team.

Skills

Proposal experience

Pricing experience

Supply chain experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists.

Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The SkillBridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for SkillBridge Program participation are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands‑on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full‑time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives – Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands‑on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O‑4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

MPR

Before Applying

IMPORTANT – Please SkillBridge Prescreen by Joining the Military / Veteran Talent Network

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Pricing Analyst - Level 2, to join our Integrated Space Mission Segment team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

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

The selected candidate will assist in the proposal efforts from receipt of Request for Proposal (RFP) through contract award. You will be a key member of sole source, competitive sector or corporate priority win teams and will act as a key developer of winning bids. You will help summarize and present detailed proposal information in internal management reviews and customer fact‑finding meetings.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Comprehensive review of all elements of cost including direct labor, material, Other Direct Cost and indirect costs to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Northrop Grumman procedures.
• Establish fair and reasonable cost analysis positions and negotiation ranges - including completion of supplier proposal compliance review.
• 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.
• Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts.
• Coordinates activities and participates in fact‑finding meetings.
• Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team.

The successful candidate will lead/support proposal activities of diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement and collaboration with other team members.

This role will be a key member of large competitive or corporate priority win teams and will act as a key evaluator and developer of winning bids.

In this role, the selected candidate will also be essential in creating automation tools and Agile approaches for the overall Pricing and Estimating team to minimize required administrative tasking and focus on estimating and analysis.

Basic Qualifications (Required):

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Proposal, pricing, supply chain or finance experience
• Experience working with MS Office Suite
• Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret clearance at time of application, current and within scope

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: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

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.