Senior Principal Proposal Analyst - DoD Cost & Bid Expert

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start: Yes. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time. The Principal Proposal Analyst Level 3 Full knowledge of industry practices. Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform fairly complex professional tasks. Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems. May refer to established precedents and policies. Represents organization as a prime contact on contracts or projects. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations. May develop and deliver presentations. The Senior Principal Proposal Analyst Level 4 Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered expert in field within the organization. Most assignments are complex and performed independently without appreciable direction. Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives. Acts as an advisor to senior management and customers. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To The Following Develops GSC cost estimates for procurement and subcontract. Prices a consolidated bill of material (CBOM), requirements derived from engineering/program utilizing supplier proposals/quotes, PO history, engineering estimates, etc., and providing compliant, quality basis of estimates and documentation to support. Evaluates supplier quotations/proposals, POs, and historical quotes/proposals to determine if any adjustments to the estimate are required (e.g., escalation, quantity, cost history/trends, statement of work changes, etc.). Performs price analysis and prepares documentation for all BOM items at or below the Truthful Cost and Pricing Data (TCoPD) threshold. Develops GSC labor hours estimates for the proposal with support from applicable GSC functions. Prepares and supports presentation and approval of material estimates and GSC labor estimates at the required approval value level. Develops, plans and schedules proposals. Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications. Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts. Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings. Participates in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives. Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team. Basic Qualifications for Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst Level 3 Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field of study with 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree in stated fields of study with 3 years of relevant experience. Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment. Must have proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word. Ability to work onsite. Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Price/Cost Proposal Analyst Level 4 Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field of study with 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree in stated fields of study with 6 years of relevant experience. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment. Must have proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word. Ability to work onsite. Preferred Qualification Knowledge of the government regulations FAR and DFARS. Experience in professional communications with USG officials in programs, DCAA and DCMA. Experience working within complex, high volume, high value proposals of varying contract types [FFP, FPIF, CPAF, CPIF, etc.]. Experience working with Basis of Estimate (BOE) and analyzing BOE quality. Experience with Global Supply Chain (GSC). Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent problem solving and organizational skills. 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. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. 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, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman