Associate Proposal Analyst/Proposal Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Warner Robins
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job 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.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for a Proposal Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be located on site in Warner Robins, GA. The selected candidate will work closely with the Program Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the Subsystems and Software Sustainment business development organization.Essential Functions:

• Coordinate proposal team actives to develop, plan and achieve schedule proposals
• Coordinate with capture teams to facilitate proposal readiness and transition from opportunity pursuit to proposal development
• Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in ensure compliance with with request for proposal (RFP) specifications
• Coordinates the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements from functional organizations, business management and finance
• Coordinate lead team effort in preparation, review and approval of Basis of Estimate and inputs to pricing
• Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts
• Participate in process improvements and preparation/updates to proposal policies and procedures
• Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings
• Participates in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives
• Participates as a member of the contract negotiating teamThe selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels This requisition may be filled at either a Associate Proposal Analyst or a Proposal Analyst levelBasic Qualifications for Associate Proposal Analyst:
  • Bachelor's degree with 1 years of experience in Pricing & Estimating, Proposal Management, Business Management, Subcontracts, and/or Contract Management, or a Master's degree with related experience
  • Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and must be able to obtain a Special Program Access.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Basic Qualifications for Proposal Analyst (Level 2):
    • Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience in Pricing & Estimating, Proposal Management, Business Management, Subcontracts, and/or Contract Management, or a Master's degree with 1 years of related experience
    • Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and must be able to obtain a Special Program Access.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Preferred Qualifications:
      • DoD contracting experience (e.g. FAR and DFARS government regulations)
      • An Active DoD Secret Clearance, awarded/reviewed within the last 5 years, and the ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance
      • Knowledge and understanding of labor/material estimating, proposal analysis, and proposal adequacy as prescribed in DFARS
      • Proficient in using ProPricer desired
      • Familiarity with Visual Basic programming language as it relates to MS Excel macros is desired
      • Familiarity with SharePoint site preparation, operations and, support
      • 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 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.

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