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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Pricing Analyst supporting the Marine Logistic Support (MLS) aftermarket product line team. The preferred location is Sunnyvale, CA, but this position can be staffed at our Sunnyvale, CA; San Diego, CA; or Woodland Hills, CA location.
What You’ll Get to Do:
Our Pricing Analyst will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the MLS Program Managers, Business Management, Contracts Professionals, Material Estimating, Global Supply Chain (GSC), and Engineers. You will support time-sensitive, rapid response proposal efforts in a high-volume product line.
Job Responsibilities:
Prepare pricing backup (i.e., Detailed Material Summary Report (DMSR), proposal visibility files, and cost volumes)
Work on multiple proposals simultaneously
Research and analyze historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts
Review Basis of Estimates, provide author feedback, and ensure compliance with FAR part 15
Develop certifiable cost volumes with a high attention to detail to ensure correct formatting, correct enclosures/disclosures, and accurate data
Communicate with Material Estimating, Contracts, GSC, and PMO to correctly price solicitations in alignment with product/sales strategy and revenue recognition requirements
Update databases with pricing dates
Coordinate activities and participate in fact-finding meetings
Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team
Support proposal audits and negotiations with customers
Support the internal certification and external certification process
The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, the ability to build customer relationships, and the ability to make decisions in a timely manner, under tight deadlines.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience in business management, contracts, pricing, supply chain, or related field (i.e. project management, etc.) – OR – Master’s degree with 1 year of experience in business management, contract, pricing, supply chain, or related field (i.e. project management, etc.)
Experience in pricing, negotiating, or administering various contract types
Experience with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
Knowledge of FAR and DFARS
US Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with DoD proposals
Experience with cost accounting, pricing and estimating concepts and principles
What We Can Offer You –
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00The 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.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.ngc