Pricing Analyst Instructor

Nakupuna Companies•Fort Belvoir, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Nakupuna Companies is seeking a Pricing Analyst Instructor. The Pricing Analyst Instructor serves as the primary subject matter expert (SME) and educator for cost estimating, pricing analysis, and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes within DTRA's J4 Directorate. This position leads the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training curricula for Program Managers (PMs) and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs). Additionally, this position provides technical advisory support for Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and other acquisition planning and proposal evaluation methodologies.

Requirements

Certification from a recognized military or civilian instructor/teaching program (e.g., DoD Instructor Certification, ATD Master Trainer).
Comprehensive understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Financial Management Regulation (FMR), and DoDI 5000.02 (Adaptive Acquisition Framework).
In-depth knowledge of the DoD PPBE process, IGCE development, cost estimating methodologies, and multi-appropriation rules (O&M, RDT&E, Procurement).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project), with emphasis on financial modeling in Excel.
Exceptional presentation, written, and oral communication skills, with demonstrated experience briefing senior DoW leadership and/or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 3 (three) years of professional experience as a Cost Analyst, Pricing Analyst, or Program Analyst within the commercial industry and/or DoW and/or federal government acquisition environments.
Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS and TS/SCI required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Advise PMs and CORs on drafting rigorous IGCEs and cost/price narratives to evaluate vendor proposal price reasonableness.
Guide staff on applying appropriate cost estimation methodologies (e.g., parametric, analogy, engineering estimates, historical data analysis).
Assist teams in navigating rules regarding major DoD funding types, including Operation & Maintenance (O&M), Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E), and Procurement appropriations.
Conduct cost analysis of Estimate at Completion (EAC) trends and provide leadership and stakeholders with expert recommendations.
Create, standardize, and maintain cost/pricing tools, standardized templates, financial models, and guidance documents for agency use.
Lead cost estimating and PPBE-related working groups, special exercises, and cross-functional acquisition initiatives as assigned.
Provide expert input to leadership regarding the financial, administrative, and strategic impacts of proposed acquisition and pricing policies.
Design, maintain, and update interactive training materials, programs of instruction (POIs), case studies, and practical scenarios covering Cost & Pricing, IGCE creation, and the PPBE process.
Lead classroom and virtual training sessions for PMs, CORs, and acquisition personnel on cost analysis techniques, pricing models, and budgetary compliance.
Assess training effectiveness, incorporate learner feedback, and continuously update coursework to reflect evolving DoD policies and regulations.