Pricing Analyst III

If you have a keen eye for the big picture, excellent technical data analysis skills, and enjoy working collaboratively, join our team! As a Pricing Analyst III, you will lead the development and execution of sophisticated pricing strategies for major proposals in the aerospace and defense sector. This role requires advanced analytical skills and extensive knowledge of regulatory compliance to support complex bid proposals and strategic business decisions. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. Responsibilities: Lead the analysis and interpretation of Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quote (RFQ), and Statements of Work (SOW) documents to ensure compliance. Oversee the development and maintenance of proposal schedules, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. Develop and review complex Cost Volumes in accordance with RFP and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements. Validate and approve internal pricing inputs and ensure alignment with approved categories and accounts. Prepare, present, and defend pricing strategies and cost proposals to senior management. Collaborate with finance, contracts, engineering, and other teams to gather comprehensive proposal information. Conduct advanced analysis of historical pricing data, market trends, and competitor pricing. Lead internal and external pricing audits, providing detailed documentation and responses. Mentor and train junior and mid-level pricing analysts. Develop and implement process improvements for the pricing function. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in pricing analysis or a related role. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of related experience is required. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Expert knowledge of government contracting regulations and compliance. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills. Experience interpreting considerable data of a technical/programmatic nature. Thorough Understanding of research and analysis methods. Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to motivate/work with others. Qualifications We Prefer: Master’s degree in a related field. Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military. Knowledge of FAR, FAR Supplements, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Government pricing. Certified Pricing Professional (CPP) or similar certification. Self-starter and a problem solver; must have the ability to see the big picture and implement changes as required. Ability to work cross-functionally with both internal and external teams at all levels, including senior leadership in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. Essential Functions: Lead the analysis and interpretation of RFP, RFQ, and SOW documents. Develop, review, and present sophisticated pricing strategies and cost proposals. Oversee proposal schedules and ensure timely submissions. Work at a computer for extended periods with hand/finger dexterity for data entry and document handling. Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds. Ability to travel as needed (up to 20% of the time). Work in an office environment with the potential for hybrid or remote work settings. At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest growing companies. Learn more about SNC This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. Estimated Starting Salary Range: $85,768.30 - $117,931.40. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.