Principal / Sr Principal Pricing Analyst *Remote*

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a dynamic, energetic individual for the position of Principal Pricing Analyst (Level A03)/Senior Principal Pricing Analyst (Level A04) to support the Strategic Initiatives Team in the Pricing & Estimating Department.  This is a full time remote position. This individual must be able to function in a fast-paced proposal environment, as well as collaborate with business management counterparts and capture/proposal teams to assist in the independent assessment of pricing and win strategies of high-visibility captures. In addition, the position will provide cost volume and pricing & estimating support to strategic proposals as required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Participate in the Corporate & Sector level Independent Cost Evaluation (ICE) process

Support risk and opportunity assessment, quantification, and analysis during the proposal process

Identify and evaluate proposal risk issues in cost estimates, terms and conditions, and all other business management related functions

Provide strategic proposal support during the Pre-RFP stages, RFP execution, and RFP Cost Volume development

Develop cost models to support proposal efforts and overall pricing strategy

Research and analyze historical data to understand cost trends that can be applied to proposal estimates

Present and brief estimating and pricing issues and risks to senior and executive leadership

Grow the awareness and knowledge base of risk and confidence assessment training to multiple sector locations and program teams

Support pricing activities for sole source and competitive proposals as required

Support proposal Independent Assessment process

Basic Qualifications:

• Principal Pricing Analyst (Level A03) - Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Mathematics or related area plus 6 or more Years of combined experience in Pricing/Finance/Contracts/Business or 4+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree

• Senior Principal Pricing Analyst (Level A04) - Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Mathematics or related area plus 10 or more Years of combined experience in Pricing/Finance/Contracts/Business or 8+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree

• Comprehensive knowledge of pricing, contracts, and business management

• Ability to prioritize effectively and complete work timely in a deadline driven environment

• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other applicable government regulations.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree (Master's)

• Risk and quantitative analysis skills

• Active Secret Security Clearance

• Experience supporting Cost Volume Teams, ensuring RFP compliance

• Proficient in use of ProPricer

• Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Policies and Procedures

Salary Range: $78,500 USD - $117,700 USD

Salary Range 2: $97,300 USD - $145,900 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.