Pricing and Project Control Analyst

Pricing & Project Control Analyst (Chantilly, VA; Herndon, VA; ...) Position Title: Pricing & Project Control Analyst Requisition ID: TA203 Location: Remote; Chantilly, VA, Herndon, VA; Northern, VA, Washington, DC Capital Area, Washington, DC Metro Area Application Deadline: Ongoing Trusted Space builds solutions both on the ground and in space. Our solutions provide advanced capabilities supporting missions vital to our Nation’s defense, intelligence, and science sectors. Our diverse talented staff of scientists, engineers, and business professionals support critical missions including Space Domain Awareness, Battlespace Awareness & Decision Support, Space Exploration & Science, and the establishment of core Space Infrastructure. As a customer‑focused service provider, Trusted Space values its employees and clients. We live by our values; central to this principle is the concept to treat others as you would like others to treat you. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment, world class benefits, and work‑life balance. We encourage lifelong learning and continuous improvement in all that we do. Each day, we seek to be better than the previous day, embracing our journey to Excellence. We consider it a privilege to work with our customers on their greatest challenges. Trusted Space is seeking a Pricing & Project Control Analyst with a bachelor’s degree or higher and 4+ years of experience to join our team during a pivotal period of growth. The Pricing & Project Control Analyst will be responsible for conducting proposal pricing and cost volume generation and developing and analyzing project cost controls to ensure profitability and compliance with company objectives. The role combines forward‑looking financial analysis with financial reporting and accounting support. It reports to the Vice President, Finance and involves collaboration with program managers, operations and technology teams, and business development to provide accurate cost estimates, monitor budgets, and support decision‑making through data‑driven insights. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain pricing models for proposals, rough orders of magnitude, and purchase order estimates. Prepare cost and price estimates for new bids and proposals in alignment with corporate pricing strategies. Work with business development, operations, and technical teams to ensure pricing aligns with technical proposals and execution strategies. Author compliant, descriptive cost volumes and narratives for submission to customers. Develop and maintain financial & project cost models for budgets, forecasts, and execution tracking. Monitor project performance against budgets and communicate variances. Preparation and analysis of Estimates at Complete (EACs) and complete financial support to assigned program teams. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with company policies and contractual terms and conditions. For example: work with Program Managers and Contracts to identify funding run‑out dates and financial contract modification requirements. Develop and maintain financial tools for reporting and analysis for mission area directors and program managers. Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Data Analytics or related field. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree. 4+ years of experience in pricing analysis, project controls, and/or financial planning. Strong data curation and analytical skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and pricing / project cost modeling. Experience in government contracting. Strong professional writing skills. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across business functions. United States citizenship required. Desired Skills Experience with Unanet accounting system and financial reports. Experience with space software services and products industry. Knowledge of cost accounting principles and Agile project management methodologies. Familiarity with risk analysis and cost‑benefit evaluation. Proficient in handling large, complex data sets and utilizing tools such as SQL, Power BI, Tableau, and VBA to drive business improvements and automate processes. Strong ability to analyze data, apply critical thinking, and to create financial tools for mission area teams to utilize. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Salary Range: $70,000 - $120,000. The range is a general guideline and can vary based on scope, location, responsibilities, education/training, key skills and business considerations. Benefits Trusted Space seeks to create an environment where employees are empowered and supported to achieve their full potential. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans; life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; 401(k) plan; paid holidays and generous paid time off; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; and other benefits to promote health, wellness, and a positive work‑life balance. Trusted Space, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 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