Principal or Sr. Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst - Level 3

Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time At Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) we are seeking a Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst Level 3 or Senior Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst Level 4 to join our team in Palmdale, CA or Rancho Bernardo, CA. The role involves producing high-quality analysis of supplier proposals in support of Global Supply Chain cost estimates and preparing price/cost analysis reports (PCAR) for various contract types. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Perform a price and cost analysis to evaluate direct and indirect labor rates, overheads, general and administrative expenses, cost of money and other factors used in supplier's proposal, incorporating findings into the PCAR. Perform cost estimating/pricing reviews and analysis in accordance with industry best practices, solicitation instructions, customer requirements and USG regulatory requirements. Conduct research into market and historical data and develop cost estimating models to evaluate price reasonableness and develop negotiation positions with subcontractors. Compile information from periodicals, catalogs, and other sources to stay informed on regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, etc.), price trends and manufacturing processes. Conferring with suppliers and analyzing suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices. Issuing requests for information (RFI) and fact-finding questions to suppliers and participating in fact-finding meetings to review bases of estimates (BOEs) and source documentation. Requesting DCMA/DCAA assist audits where applicable. Interfacing with responsible engineers regarding the integration of technical evaluations into the cost analysis when appropriate. Preparing and presenting data for Supply Chain Management review to establish negotiation objective positions; providing negotiation support through subcontract award. Maintaining records and supporting data used and provided in support of proposals. This position may be filled as either a Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst Level 3 or a Senior Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst Level 4 depending on qualification. Basic Qualifications for Level 3 Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of related experience; or master's degree in stated fields and 3 years related experience. Knowledge of statistical and forecasting concepts and techniques. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word. Active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance with background investigation completed within the last 5 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation. Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Basic Qualifications for Level 4 Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of related experience; or master's degree in stated fields and 6 years related experience. Knowledge of statistical and forecasting concepts and techniques. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word. Active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance with background investigation completed within the last 5 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation. Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Preferred Qualifications Ability to apply analytical skills and accounting, finance, economic and/or forecasting concepts and principles to data. Meet deadlines in a challenging environment and manage multiple simultaneous projects with attention to detail. Technical and creative writing skills; able to tell the story of the analysis performed and the results such that the reader understands and can follow our position. Self-starter who likes to self-teach topics and new skills (such as calculations/formulas to enable a more efficient analysis). Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Experience working on or contributing to Government proposals. Familiarity and/or practical experience with regression analysis. Conceptual or practical knowledge of cost improvement curves. Working knowledge of the Government contracting environment (FAR and DFARS) such as FAR Part 15, FAR Part 12, and FAR Part 16. Knowledge of direct and indirect rate proposals, activity-based costing, audits and audit processes and the Defense Contract Audit Agency and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCAA/DCMA). Understanding of earned value management and business systems. Hands‑on experience with SAP. Familiarity with aerospace production operation functions, tasks and processes. Background in Global Supply Chain Subcontract/Procurement requirements. Salary 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. Benefits Benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, and a 401K matching program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Navstar Inc.