Pricing Analyst III

CAE • Tampa, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the Business Development Operations Group. This is a mid-level position and entails assignments of medium scope and complexity. Uses a variety of standard methods and techniques in solving problems. Assists senior estimators and provides guidance to junior estimators. Will be responsible for preparing cost and price estimates on proposals for training products and services in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations. Effort includes developing basis of estimates and what-if analyses. Supports management reviews and interfaces with engineering, supply chain and program management departments. Develops, maintains and improves estimating methods and processes. Prepares and maintains historical cost data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Business, or another related field
• Minimum 5 years of cost/price estimating experience in a technical environment
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents
• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries and issues
• Ability to generate effective oral and written presentations on complex subjects
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret complex customer requirements from verbal and written communication
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract ideas
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
• Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.
• Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form.
• Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know.
• Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.
• All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
• Must be able to work overtime and on off-shifts as required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the preparation of estimates on proposals of medium-to-high complexity
• Supports the Capture/Program Manager in defining customer requirements and developing a solution which meets the execution strategy, schedule, and price
• Assist Senior Pricing Analysts on large/complex proposals
• Interface with Marketing, Capture, Engineering, Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and other stakeholders for functional estimation activities
• Review and interpret the Request For Proposal (RFP) to determine customer requirements in order to develop a compliant response
• Prepare and validate cost estimates for sustainment, engineering and manufacturing labor, materials, subcontracts and vendor data, parts & equipment
• Identify cost and price risks and apply to estimates where applicable
• Lead cost estimation meetings and answer questions involving internal/external customers
• Generate substantiated basis of estimates (BOEs)
• Develop engineering parts lists and bill of materials from engineering system drawings
• Develop different cost estimation projects and procedures for final approval by management
• Prepare oral and written presentations; interfacing with fellow group members and other department personnel is essential
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Flexible and comfortable working in a fast-pasted environment, supporting proposal deadlines
• Support Make/Buy, Data, Parts & Equipment (DP&E) decisions
• Generate cost related questions to the RFP and review responses from customers to assess the impact
• Support the generation of Request For Quotations (RFQs) to major suppliers and subcontractors (SOWs, Specs, etc.)
• Prepare and lead Cost Kickoffs and Cost Reviews
• Ensure commonality, consistency, and reuse across proposals
• Support Price and FAR 15 reviews by providing cost estimate justification

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level