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.

　　Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

　　Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Proposal Analyst (Level 3)/ Sr. Principal Proposal Analyst (Level 4) to join our diverse team of professionals located in Northridge, CA and may consider hybrid teleworking. The successful candidate will be a direct report to our Pricing Manager and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the Program Managers/Directors, Business Managers, Operations Managers, Capture Managers, and functional teams.

　　This position will be responsible for all aspects of a proposal portfolio from the business development phase through closeout, delivering customer satisfaction, building customer relationships, and providing timely responses to both external and internal customers. The initial duties of the selected candidate will be to provide contracts support to major capture and proposal efforts.

　　These duties will include taking on the lead role for all customer communications and correspondence, authoring Contracts Management proposal sections, preparing representations and certifications, analyzing terms and conditions, technical data rights and assertions and guiding the proposal through the proposal approval process. Candidate will be the lead contracts representative for these major proposals and will be in a high visibility position requiring consistent interaction with proposal teams and frequent interaction with senior management.

　　 Job Duties & Responsibilities: Prioritizing work on a variety of proposals at the same timePartnering with the proposal managers and proposal teams to respond to customers RFPsReviewing RFPs and deriving material, labor and other requirementsSupporting Supply Chain Management (SCM) development of RFP/RFQs; working with SCM, vendors and subcontractors to develop a consolidated bill of materialWorking with project engineers and program management to develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for labor hour and other cost estimatesConducting supplier statistical price analysis and audits of subcontractor cost proposals (at subcontractor locations as needed) to review basis of estimates and source documentation verifying proposal cost estimates for single/sole sourced procurements, as per FAR parts 15 and 31Utilizing Propricer and supporting Excel files to develop price estimatesPreparing estimates and developing cost volumes in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for submission in response to RFPs and other estimates on cost-type and fixed price effortsGathering and organizing historical data for same or similar programs in support of proposalsEstablishing reasonableness of cost and pricing; participating in cost and pricing reviews with management, customer and supplier representatives; generating price and cost analysis reports providing recommended price positions to support negotiations with customer and suppliers; and identifying risks and opportunities to the cost estimateParticipating in the customer and supplier negotiation processes including customer, DCMA and DCAA fact-finding and auditsMentoring SCM, Finance and other program management team members in these activities This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

　　 Basic Qualifications Principal Proposal Analyst (Level 3): This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider one of either of the following: High School diploma or GED and 10 years of broad range financial analysis activities with a high level of complexity in a manufacturing environment, or experience conducting indirect rate audits (G&A, Overhead, other administrative rates) and direct cost audits (material, labor wages, labor hours, other direct costs), Bachelors and 6 years of stated experience above, or a Master's degree and 4 year stated experience above General knowledge and competence in the concepts, principles and standard practices in costing and pricingKnowledge of Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills, experience with complex spreadsheetsKnowledge of Propricer or other estimating toolsKnowledge of FAR, DFARs, CAS and TINAExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findingsAbility to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive informationExperience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs)Ability to obtain DoD security clearance. US citizenship is a prerequisite. Basic Qualifications Principal Proposal Analyst (Level 4): This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider one of either of the following: High School diploma or GED and 14 years of broad range financial analysis activities with a high level of complexity in a manufacturing environment, or experience conducting indirect rate audits (G&A, Overhead, other administrative rates) and direct cost audits (material, labor wages, labor hours, other direct costs), Bachelors and 10 years of stated experience above, or a Master's degree and 8 year stated experience above General knowledge and competence in the concepts, principles and standard practices in costing and pricingKnowledge of Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills, experience with complex spreadsheetsKnowledge of Propricer or other estimating toolsKnowledge of FAR, DFARs, CAS and TINAExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findingsAbility to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive informationExperience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs)Ability to obtain DoD security clearance. US citizenship is a prerequisite. Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or other business degree5+ years of experience in government contracts, subcontracts, estimating and pricing, finance, or business administration in a defense/aerospace manufacturing environmentExperience with DCAA Audits and DCMA technical reviews of proposalsExperience negotiating contracts with the Department of DefenseFamiliarity with the concept and application of Learning CurvesSalary Range: $88,700 - $133,100

　　Salary Range 2: $109,900 - $164,900

　　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.

　　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.