Level 1/Level 2 Proposal Analyst

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.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

Northrop Grumman has an opening for a level 1 Associate Proposal Analyst or level 2 Proposal Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located on site in Melbourne, Florida.

The selected candidate will perform cost estimating/pricing related duties and analysis in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications and in compliance with regulatory requirements. They will coordinate with functional departments to facilitate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements and research and analyze historical data and develop cost models to support proposal efforts. Additionally, the selected candidate will coordinate activities and participates in fact-finding meetings and in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.

Specific duties include:

• Submits written supplier price/cost analysis reports (PCARs) detailing the suppliers’ price/cost proposal as required by FAR Part 15 and the NGAS negotiation objective position
• Prepares Procurement Review Board (PRB) briefings showing supplier proposed vs. negotiation objective positions by major element of cost to attain formal Supply Chain Management approval for supplier negotiations
• Prepares materiel estimates and provides a consolidated bill of material to include in cost volumes as a support function to NGAS Pricing/Estimating
• Prepares and supports presentation and approval of materiel estimates at the required value level as part of the proposal team
• Supports supplier negotiations and represents the supplier price/cost analysis position to customers as required to support NGAS Contracts and NGAS Pricing/Estimating organizations
• Responds to miscellaneous and external Global Supply Chain Business Management request for information regarding assigned suppliers
• Estimating, accounting, and billing system review and compliance
• Maintain and update program bill of material, actual cost records, and supporting data
• Supports DCAA and DCMA audits as required
• Material/Subcontract EAC and Variance Analysis
• Analyze, Forecast and Track Supplier Cash/Expenditures
• Make/Buy Analysis Support
• Support Global Supply Chain with assigned suppliers from Change Board, RFP process, proposal evaluation, negotiation, affordability, and close out

This requisition can be filled as either a level 1 Associate Proposal Analyst or level 2 Proposal Analyst.

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Proposal Analyst:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business Related Field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Basic Qualifications for a Proposal Analyst:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of experience in Pricing & Estimating, Business Management, Contract Management, or Proposal experience OR a Master’s Degree with 1 year of stated experience
• Knowledge of the government regulations FAR and DFARS
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Security Clearance
• Knowledge of SAP/BW
• Experience working within Proposals
• Experience working with Bill of Material
• Experience with Excel Pivot Tables, VBA coding and Macros
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills

We offer flexible work arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our expansive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Salary Range: $48,600 USD - $73,000 USD

Salary Range 2: $58,800 USD - $88,200 USD

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.