Sr. Pricing Analyst

Aerovironment • Simi Valley, CA

45d

About The Position

Summary The Sr. Pricing Analyst prepares various types of proposals for development, production, and competitive contracts works on large/complex proposals. One has a strong understanding of estimating & pricing principles and demonstrates application through hands-on experience. In this role, 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

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

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees