Strategic Pricing Analyst for Defense Systems

Redwire; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech, based in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Proposal Cost Estimator/Pricing Specialist to develop and execute cost estimates and pricing strategies for new products and services.

You will liaise with Business Development, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Production, prepare quotes and documentation, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and continuously improve estimating processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• 3 years of cost estimator and pricing experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
• 3 years of experience in federal proposals.
• Proficiency with Office and SharePoint.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to functional teams such as Business Development, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Production, and Flight Operations to support cost estimating and pricing activities.
• Develop cost/price models and apply cost estimating principles and techniques to develop cost estimates and pricing strategies for new products and services.
• Prepare quotes and cost/price proposals with FAR/DFARS compliant documentation, including fee/profit justifications and required cost and pricing data.
• Prepare certificates of current cost or pricing data, documentation for sole source justifications, and other required substantiating documentation.
• Coordinate with Procurement to obtain competitive vendor quotes and required documentation (certifications, SDS, etc.).
• Prepare CPSR compliant documentation for quotes and Make‑Buy decisions.
• Analyze historical data to develop cost estimates and identify cost drivers.
• Participate in proposal kickoff meetings and strategy sessions to provide cost estimating and pricing insights.
• Support audits and fact‑finding efforts by providing detailed cost data and analysis.
• Continuously monitor and improve cost estimating processes and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with product teams to ensure accurate pricing of products.
• Stay updated with industry trends and competitive pricing strategies.
• Prepare and present pricing and cost estimates to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Maintain documentation and records of cost estimates and pricing strategies.
• Assume all other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Redwire Defense Tech, based in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Proposal Cost Estimator/Pricing Specialist to develop and execute cost estimates and pricing strategies for new products and services.

You will liaise with Business Development, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Production, prepare quotes and documentation, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and continuously improve estimating processes.