Pricing Analyst III - Change Order & Modifications

Amentum•Richmond, VA

8d•Remote

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Headquartered in Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents. The Pricing Analyst III will be responsible for preparing cost and price proposals of medium to high complexity utilizing the principles of cost accounting standards and the Company’s Estimating System. This includes working closely with team members in an often-dynamic quick turn environment on solicitation requirements, pricing strategies, risk identification, and regulatory compliance of all proposals. The ideal candidate is highly inquisitive, demonstrates a strong financial acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and excels in building strong partnerships across the organization. This is a remote position; a candidate local to an Amentum HQ facility (Chantilly, VA or Fort Worth, TX) or with the ability to travel is preferred. US citizenship is required.

Requirements

Experience in developing Price Proposals that include Service Contract Act Wage Determinations, and Collective Bargaining Agreements associated with labor unions.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume proposal environment with quick turnaround requirements, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under conditions of multiple deadlines and changing priorities to produce a large volume of high-quality material with keen attention to detail.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively, while producing polished and professional-quality work products.
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
Data-driven and continuous learning mindset — Candidates should demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly, including leveraging AI to automate repetitive tasks, synthesize information, improve communication, and accelerate problem solving while maintaining human judgment and accountability.
Ability to evaluate and apply emerging technologies — Candidates should be comfortable assessing new AI-enabled tools and processes, identifying practical use cases, validating outputs, understanding limitations/risk, and incorporating AI responsibly into day-to-day work.
Demonstrate an emerging fluency with AI and its integration into workflows — Candidates should have some experience using AI tools to enhance workflows, productivity, decision-making, customer experiences, business outcomes, or operational efficiency.
Advanced Excel experience and mathematical skills.
Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Must possess excellent analytical skills.
Must be able to work extended hours, often with short notice, to meet deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 5-years of proposal pricing experience.
US Citizenship is required to apply.

Nice To Haves

Additional education may be substituted for experience, or additional experience may be substituted for education (generally 2 years of experience equals 1 year of education).

Responsibilities

Interfaces with Operations and Functional Support groups to obtain data necessary for developing prices or other components of a cost/price volume
Reviews data obtained and develops pricing models for medium to complex change order or modification proposals with minimal supervision
Develops and implements proposal strategies for achieving company objectives
Capable of developing robust and accurate cost models from the ground up as well as skillfully adapting and refining existing templates to ensure desired outcomes.
Demonstrate a strong ability to thoroughly analyze and interpret Request for Proposals (RFPs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), and Statements of Work (SOWs), ensuring that all cost models accurately reflect customer requirements, compliance criteria, and deliverables outlined in these documents
Ability to write a basic cost narrative in line with company pricing methodologies and Government Request for Proposal guidelines when required
Ensures compliance with the estimating system manual as well as other policies and procedures
Performs quality assurance reviews to ensure that cost/price volume components are accurate and responsive to solicitation requirements
Provides pricing guidance and support, as required, to field personnel performing pricing related activities
Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to junior pricing team members while fostering collaboration with senior-level pricing professionals to ensure best practices and optimal outcomes.