Proposal Analyst or Principal Proposal Analyst (Level 2 or 3) (TS and/or SCI Preferred to Start) Redondo Beach CA

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable, and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

SSSD has an opening for a Proposal Analyst or Principal Proposal Analyst (Level 2 or Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future at the Redondo Beach, CA location. 

The Principal Proposal Analyst will report to the Price Cost Estimating Manager.  The candidate for this role will be persistent, tenacious, analytical, and able to meet deadlines in a challenging, multi-tasking environment. Responsibilities include:

• Partner with innovators to secure mission critical technology for military and defense
• Lead and develop small to large new business cost proposals, including coordination, collection and analysis of cost, schedule, and technical elements from multi-functional departments
• Publish cost proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications and other pricing/cost requirements
• Design and develop Cost Engineering Models and Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs) for proposals, company investment, and design to cost tasks 
• Create and present cost issues and risks to senior and executive leadership
• Participate in customer fact-finding meetings.
• Develop recommendations for should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives
• Lead and support DCAA audit reviews for proposals
• Promote affordability and quality initiatives
• Represent the pricing organization in contract negotiations, drive improvements to the negotiation process, and advise leadership on our cost and risk position
• Strategic focus oriented, including ability to evaluate, integrate, and communicate cost issues and risks to senior and executive management
• Must have persistence and tenacity to meet deadlines in a challenging, multi-tasking environment
• Excellent communications skills and leadership competencies

THIS POSITION CAN BE FILLED AT EITHER A LEVEL 2 OR LEVEL 3 AS DEFINED BELOW IN THE BASIC QUALIFICATIONS.

Basic Qualifications – Level 2:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years of work experience in any of the following: Pricing or Cost Estimating, Proposal Development, Project Management, Accounting/Budgeting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration, or Master’s Degree with 1 years of stated experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Vlookups, nested formulas, macros), PowerPoint, and Word

Basic Qualifications – Level 3:

• ​ Bachelor's Degree
• 6 years of work experience in any of the following: Pricing or Cost Estimating, Proposal Development, Project Management, Accounting/Budgeting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration, or Master’s Degree with 4 years of stated experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Vlookups, nested formulas, macros), PowerPoint, and Word

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
• Pricing and Proposal Analyst Experience
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other Government Regulations
• Proficiency in ProPricer
• Experience working for a cleared client
• In-depth knowledge of FAR/DFARS/CAS and other government regulations
• Experience in applying cost accounting, pricing, and estimating concepts and principles
• Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret (TS) Clearance or Special Compartmentalized Information (SCI) Access

Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of

Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedules:  For example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off

For more details, please view Northrop Grumman Benefits

Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00Salary Range 2: $88,700.00 - $133,100.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.