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Proposal Analyst

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In-Office
Aurora, CO, USA
76K-114K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Aurora, CO, USA
76K-114K Annually
Junior
Supports defense-sector proposal and pricing efforts from RFP receipt through contract award. Reviews direct and indirect costs for FAR, DFARS, and company compliance; develops cost analyses, negotiation ranges, cost models, schedules, and proposal content. Coordinates data from functional teams, participates in fact-finding and contract negotiations, and helps automate pricing and estimating processes. The role is fully onsite in Aurora, Colorado, requires an active Top Secret or SCI clearance, and involves 10% travel.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Pricing Analyst - Level 2, to join our Integrated Space Mission Segment team in Aurora, CO. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.


This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.


The selected candidate will assist in the proposal efforts from receipt of Request for Proposal (RFP) through contract award. You will be a key member of sole source, competitive sector or corporate priority win teams and will act as a key developer of winning bids. You will help summarize and present detailed proposal information in internal management reviews and customer fact-finding meetings.

 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Comprehensive review of all elements of cost including direct labor, material, Other Direct Cost and indirect costs to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Northrop Grumman procedures. 
  • Establish fair and reasonable cost analysis positions and negotiation ranges - including completion of supplier proposal compliance review.
  • Develops, plans and schedules proposals.
  • Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications.
  • Coordinates the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements from functional departments.
  • Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts.
  • Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings.
  • Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team.

The successful candidate will lead/support proposal activities of diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement and collaboration with other team members. 


This role will be a key member of large competitive or corporate priority win teams and will act as a key evaluator and developer of winning bids. 


In this role, the selected candidate will also be essential in creating automation tools and Agile approaches for the overall Pricing and Estimating team to minimize required administrative tasking and focus on estimating and analysis. 


Basic Qualifications (Required):

  • Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree
  • Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
  • Proposal, pricing, supply chain or finance experience
  • Experience working with MS Office Suite
  • Requires an active DOD (Department of Defense) Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space


Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

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.

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.

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