Northrop Grumman

Proposal Analyst - Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman$75K — $141K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years or Master's degree with relevant experience (for Level 2)
  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience (for Level 3)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Current US Government DoD Top Secret Security Clearance at application
  • Ability to obtain SCI clearance upon hire

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage cost and pricing efforts for proposals
  • Compile cost, schedule, and technical elements per RFP specifications
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure proposal quality
  • Work with Program and Supply Chain Management for compliant supplier quotes
  • Analyze data to isolate and prioritize key information
  • Develop creative solutions to complex contractual issues
  • Present proposal information in internal reviews and customer meetings
  • Participate in contract negotiations and strategy development

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including health and insurance coverage
  • Paid time off for vacation and personal business
  • Company paid holidays
  • Potential for overtime and discretionary bonus
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives for higher positions
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: NoDescription

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Proposal Analyst - Level 2 or 3, located in Aurora, CO, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or 3.

In this role, the selected candidate will play a key role in the organic and future growth of the business by managing proposal efforts from receipt of Request for Proposal (RFP) though contract award. Our Proposal Analyst is a key member of sole source, competitive sector and/or corporate priority win teams and will act as a key developer of winning bids.

Job Duties & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
  • Plan and manage Cost and Pricing efforts for proposals.
  • Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications, company policies, and Government regulations.
  • Coordinates with contributors from cross-functional organizations to ensure quality proposals and BOEs are submitted within customer deadlines.
  • Works closely with Program Management and Supply Chain Management to ensure supplier quotes comply with requirements.
  • Researches and critically analyzes large volumes of data using spreadsheet and data mining skills to isolate and prioritize key data.
  • Work with the proposal team to develop creative solutions to complex contractual issues.
  • Summarizes and presents detailed proposal information in internal management reviews and customer fact-finding meetings.
  • Develops negotiation strategies and participates as a member of the contract negotiating team.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of proposal, pricing or financial related experience - OR - Master's Degree
  • Will consider additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Current, active US Government DoD Top Secret Security Clearance at time of application, with ability to obtain SCI upon hire


Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of proposal, pricing or financial related experience - OR - Master's Degree with 3+ years of proposal, pricing or financial related experience
  • Will consider additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Current, active US Government DoD Top Secret Security Clearance at time of application, with ability to obtain SCI upon hire


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current, active US Government DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance
  • Certified Estimating Professional (CEP).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
  • Understanding of Earned Value Management and experience with Primavera.
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other Government Regulations.
  • Proficiency in ProPricer.
  • Experience working with Proposals.
  • Experience working with Basis of Estimate (BOE) and analyzing BOE quality.
  • Experience with advanced Excel functionalities.
  • Experience with parametric modeling.
  • Experience conducting cost analysis and risk modeling.


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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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