Level 2/Level 3 Principal Proposal Analyst with Security Clearance - San Diego, CA, United States - Northrop Grumman

Description

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.
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 has an opening for a Level 2 and Level 3 Principal Proposal Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals This position will be located in Rancho Bernardo, CA with partial telework available
Analyst will be responsible for pricing activities for material estimating under multiple contract types, to include, but not limited to, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Type, and Indefinite Delivery and Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
Analyst will support the entire proposal process from request for proposal (RFP) and authorization to proceed (ATP), coordinating Global Supply Chain (GSC) material and labor inputs and approvals through the program approval process, proposal submittal, supporting customer requests for information (RFIs) providing government audit support, fact-finding, negotiation, and the sweep process
This position will collaborate across multiple functions such as Contracts, Pricing & Estimating, Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Program Management to prepare and submit first-time quality, compliant, and on-time proposals to support the customer commitments as well as NG's financial goals

Specific duties include:

• Understand Statement of Work (SOW) for both NG and Suppliers and prepare material estimates.
• Prices a consolidated bill of material (CBOM) provided from engineering/program utilizing supplier proposals/quotes, PO history, engineering estimates, etc

and providing compliant, quality basis of estimates and documentation to support.

• Requests supplier proposals/quotes and/or lead times from Global Supply Chain utilizing price/delivery information requests (PDIRs) through Supply Chain Integrated Proposal System (SCIPS) Prepares labor estimates for all Global Supply Chain functions.
• Prepares Global Supply Chain Cost Volume in support of customer proposals ensuring compliance and quality.
• Prepares and supports presentation and approval of material estimates and Global Supply Chain labor estimates at the required approval value level

Prepare and track material variance allowance (MVA).

• Prepare price analysis for all quotes/proposal on CBOM under $2M.

Basic Qualifications for a Proposal Analyst:

• Bachelor's Degree with 3 years' estimating, pricing or proposals experience OR a master's degree with 1 year of related estimating, pricing or proposals experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Able to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance Basic Qualifications for a Principal Proposal Analyst: • Bachelor's Degree with 6 years of estimating, pricing or proposals experience OR a Master's degree with 4 years of estimating, pricing or proposals experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Able to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance Preferred qualifications:

• Self-starter
• Prior experience in Material Estimating in a Proposal Environment Knowledge of SAP
• Intimate background with Global Supply Chain Subcontract/Procurement requirements
• FAR proposal adequacy and execution Familiarity with the concept and application of Cost
• Improvement Curves
• Working knowledge of government contract environment (FAR and DFARS)
• Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret Clearance with full investigation closed in the last six years and satisfy the requirement to obtain Special Program Access.

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace
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
Does this sound like you? 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 innovating 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 inclusive, 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:
$72,100 - $108,100

Salary Range 2:
$88,700 - $133,100 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions
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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date
However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates
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
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Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.