Palmdale, California, United States · On-site
$94k–$141k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Proposal Development, Cost Estimating, Pricing Analysis, FAR Compliance, DFARS Compliance
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$114k–$171k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: C/C++, Object Oriented Programming, Embedded Systems, Real-time Systems, Agile Software Development
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$142k–$213k/yr
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, Robotics, Autonomy, Software Development
Luna HealthSan Diego, California, United States · On-site
Luna Health created Sleep-Only Automation — automated insulin delivery that works while you sleep and disappears when you wake. We're a venture-backed medical device startup that makes the world’s smallest insulin patch …
Skills: Quality Management System, Design Controls, CAPA, Regulatory Compliance, Internal Auditing
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$110k–$135k/yr
Rock West Composites is seeking a Design Engineer to design and develop advanced composite structures and products for aerospace, defense, space, and commercial applications. This role partners with Program Management, M…
Skills: SolidWorks, 3D CAD Modeling, Composite Materials, Structural Analysis, GD&T
San Diego, California, United States · Remote Solely
$175k–$195k/yr
Position Overview: We are entering an exciting new chapter. With new leadership stepping in to run the company’s most profitable and strategically critical product, Subscribe, we’ve reorganized our Engineering organizati…
Skills: SaaS Platform Modernization, Multi-tenant Architecture, Cloud-native Systems, AWS, Engineering Leadership
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$150k–$220k/yr
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Battery Pack Design, High Voltage Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, System Integration
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Company Description SDSU Research Foundation Job Description Key Responsibilities: Molecular Biology Techniques: Perform DNA/RNA extraction, conventional and real-time PCR, and gel electrophoresis.Field and Laboratory Wo…
Skills: DNA Extraction, RNA Extraction, Conventional PCR, Real-time PCR, Gel Electrophoresis
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$95k–$130k/yr
Company Description KPFF has been an industry leader in civil and structural engineering for over 60 years, working with architects, developers, contractors, and industry innovators to realize our clients’ vision for a s…
Skills: Structural Engineering, Project Management, Technical Communication, Structural Mechanics, Civil Engineering
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$30/hr
Company Description KPFF offers our interns a work environment that fosters innovation and the exchange of ideas without the limitations of hierarchy. This flat structure is the basis for our unique approach to building …
Skills: Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Free Body Diagrams, P/V/M Diagrams
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$77k–$87k/yr
Company Description KPFF has been an industry leader in civil and structural engineering for over 60 years, working with architects, developers, contractors, and industry innovators to realize our client's vision for a s…
Skills: Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Mechanics, Technical Analysis, Teamwork
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$80k–$100k/yr
Company Description KPFF has been an industry leader in civil and structural engineering for over 60 years, working with architects, developers, contractors, and industry innovators to realize our client’s vision for a s…
Skills: Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Mechanics, Technical Analysis, Team Collaboration
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Lead proposal development, planning, and scheduling while performing cost estimating and pricing analysis in compliance with government regulations. Coordinate with functional departments to collect cost and performance elements and present pricing strategies to management.
Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience in proposal or material estimating. Must possess an active Secret Clearance and a thorough understanding of FAR/DFARS pricing methodologies.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems, Air Dominance Division has an opening for two Level 3 Principal Proposal Analysts to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be on site in in either Palmdale, California or Rancho Bernardo, San Diego CA and requires that the selected candidate work from the office daily.
The Analyst will lead efforts associated with proposal development, planning and scheduling during the acquisition process. Will perform cost estimating/pricing related duties and analysis in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Will coordinate with functional departments to facilitate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements and research and analyze historical data and develop cost models to support proposal efforts. Coordinates activities and participates in fact-finding meetings and and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.
Prepare proposals in compliance with applicable government regulations and internal policies to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Northrop Grumman procedures.
Develop, plan, and schedule proposals in a team environment in response to customer requests
Coordinate internal comprehensive reviews of proposal cost and pricing
Compile cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with RFP specifications.
Present proposal and pricing strategy recommendations to management
Support proposal audits, fact-finding, and negotiations
Analyze data such as direct labor hours, past performance, costs of previous procurements, Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and/or comparison to similar items/scope
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 5 years of proposal or material estimating experience OR a Master's degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 3 years of proposal or material estimating experience
Must have thorough understanding of pricing and estimating methodologies, quality, and compliance requirements (FAR/DFARS) related to cost volumes and Cost Estimating System requirements.
Working knowledge of Enterprise Pricing Software (i.e., ProPricer) or an equivalent Pricing tool
Must have an active Secret Clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 5 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program Clearance.
Air Vehicle or Aerospace/Defense industry experience
Experience with SAP/S4
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Our careers site can be found at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. If you are contacted about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the email came from the domain @ngc.com before engaging with that contact. If you are contacted by a Northrop Grumman recruiter on LinkedIn, please that their profile includes the verified check mark to ensure the contact is legitimate.
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