Senior Principal Cost Estimating Analyst

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: No

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Description

SP Launch and Missile Defense Systems (LMDS) 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.

LMDS has an opening for a Senior Principal Cost Estimating Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Chandler, Arizona.

Job responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Estimates labor and material costs of manufacturing and engineering based on request for proposal (RFP) data submitted by prospective customers.
• Analyzes specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts, and calculates production costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data.
• Collects cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Computes cost estimates of raw materials or subcontracted work and labor.
• Prepares and maintains historical cost data. Creates cost models for cost estimating elements.
• Prepares cost reports and presents findings to management, contract personnel, proposal coordinators, customer representatives, price auditors, vendors, and subcontractors.

           

Basic Qualifications

Attainment of one of the following years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Engineering:

•  8 years' experience with a Master’s Degree in a Business and/or STEM (Science, Technology Engineering or Mathematics)  
• 10 years' experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in a Business and/or STEM (Science, Technology Engineering or Mathematics)
• 14 years' experience no degree

US citizenship required.  Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and MS Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Supply Chain experience with DoD
• Experience with major subcontractors and Government procurement regulations a plus.

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

•           Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

•           401k

•           Educational Assistance

•           Life Insurance

•           Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

•           Paid Time Off

•           Health & Wellness Resources

•           Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off

Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $142,400.00

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.

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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.