Staff Cost Estimating Analyst (Level 5)

Northrop Grumman

92d • $128,500 - $202,300

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Requirements

• Must have a High School diploma/GED and 16 years of contracts, supply chain and/or subcontracts experience; a bachelor's degree with 12+ years or a master's degree with 10+ years will also be considered.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements.
• Experience utilizing MS Office Suite, SAP, and other business tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to organize and track PAs/PCARs status.
• Ability to write and review Price Analyses and perform Cost Analyses.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting different types of programs or product lines as well as contract types including cost types.
• Experience working with subcontractors during all phases of program lifecycle.
• Proficiency creating procurement policies, operating procedures, process instructions.
• Proficiency in proposal processes and operating procedures.
• Ability to work with Compliance Team and Operations Team members to train and mentor Buyers, Subcontracts Administrators and Supply Chain Managers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GSC managers and the GSC team members in execution of program requirements that have changed since proposal phase.
• Support procurement and proposal efforts for PCAR and PA processes, engaging with multiple suppliers on our Approved Supplier List.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align project goals and requirements.
• Review/Approval of Price Analyses and preparation of eFILE documentation.
• Completion of PCARs in support of Subcontract/Purchase Order execution and proposal support.
• Preparation of Supplier Negotiation Analysis (SNA) to assist in negotiation planning.
• Creating and maintaining document repositories for proposal efforts.
• Ensuring appropriate access to document libraries and implementing necessary permission controls.
• Developing a user-friendly framework for effective site usage.
• Mentoring Buyers, Subcontracts Administrators and GSC Managers.
• Planning and delivering topic-specific training to division GSC team members.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree