Sr. Pricing Analyst

AeroVironment•Moorpark, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Pricing Analyst prepares various types of proposals for development, production, and competitive contracts, working on large/complex proposals. This role requires a strong understanding of estimating & pricing principles and demonstrates application through hands-on experience. The Sr. Pricing Analyst leads and supports reviews of all estimates prior to delivery and review by senior management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 8 – 12 years of related experience in Estimating and/or Finance
Experienced in and knowledge of MS Office Suite (intermediate Excel skills required)
Requires strong project management skills including organizing, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet proposal milestones
Is working-group oriented and possess the following: (1) the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret complex data and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems; (2) analytical, verbal and written communication skills; (3) strong computer skills
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.
Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree is preferred
Demonstrates competency in effective team leadership and driving projects
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
Consistently demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Reviews Requests for Proposals (RFP) and proposal documents for compliance to customer specifications/requirements and adherence to company policy
Provides regular and ad hoc pricing analysis and presents costs estimates to management, customer representatives and government audit agencies
Prepares and validates cost estimates for sustainment, engineering and manufacturing labor, materials, subcontracts and vendor data, parts & equipment
Identifies cost and price risks and applies to estimates where applicable
Supports DCAA audits and assists with contract negotiations as necessary and liaises between operations and other support organizations for estimating instructions and pricing
Performs analysis of cost estimates identifying inconsistencies and issues.
Develops different cost estimation projects and procedures for final approval by management
Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead)
Other duties as assigned