Cost Estimating Analyst - Level 3 or Level 4

Job Information Relocation assistance may be available Clearance required for start: No Clearance type: None Travel: Yes, 10% of the time 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. Northrop Grumman has an opening for a Level 3 or Level 4 Cost Estimating Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The Production Operations Estimating department uses specialized analysts with backgrounds in manufacturing and high‑end analytical skills. All analysts within this group vary in experience but are subject‑matter experts within operations and cost estimating. This position will be located on‑site in Redondo Beach, CA or Clearfield, UT and may support a variety of programs within the Air Dominance Division of Aeronautics Systems. Responsibilities Cost Estimating Analysts Expected to develop solutions to problems that require resourcefulness and innovation, review available data, develop concepts, techniques, and standards, and create estimates based on professional principles. Demonstrates skill and ability to analyze and develop solutions to moderate problems. Most assignments are complex and performed independently with considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches. Must be able to communicate effectively at the highest levels and be viewed as an expert in the field. Essential Functions Estimate tooling labor and material costs of manufacturing and engineering based on request for proposal (RFP) and change requests (CRs) data submitted by prospective customers. Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts, and calculate production costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data. Collect cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors. Compute cost estimates of raw materials or subcontracted work and labor; prepare and maintain historical cost data. Create cost models for cost estimating elements. Prepare cost reports and present findings to management, contract personnel, proposal coordinators, customer representatives, price auditors, vendors, and subcontractors. Basic Qualifications – Level 3 (Principal) Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of cost, production, manufacturing and/or related estimating experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 years of such experience. Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools, specifically performing least‑square regression, pivot table analysis, and application of improvement curves by type. U.S. Citizenship Basic Qualifications – Level 4 (Senior Principal) Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of cost, production, manufacturing and/or related estimating experience, or a Master’s degree with 5 years of such experience. Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools, specifically performing least‑square regression, pivot table analysis, and application of improvement curves by type. U.S. Citizenship Preferred Qualifications Knowledge or familiarity of aerospace production operation functions, tasks, and processes. Knowledge of operations touch labor improvement curve theory and modeling. Strong presentation skills. Experience in communicating technical and theoretical analysis. Experience in supporting negotiations directly with customers. In‑depth understanding of manufacturing and support labor and how they interact. Salary Ranges Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 – $141,200.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 – $176,300.00 Salary is dependent on location and follows the company geographic salary bands. The specific offer will be commensurate with experience and location. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and for executive positions, long‑term incentives. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off. Application Period The application period is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though it may vary with business needs and candidate availability. EEO Statement 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, visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman