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Principal/SR Principal Proposal Analyst

Principal/SR Principal Proposal Analyst

CompanyNorthrop Grumman
LocationSunnyvale, CA, USA
Salary$91200 – $170300
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience (for Level 3)
  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience (for Level 4)
  • Proposal, pricing, contracts, and/or project management experience
  • Experience with SAP
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a keen attention to detail
  • US Citizenship

Responsibilities

  • Develop efficient and effective proposal execution plans in response to solicitations from U.S. Government and other customers.
  • Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with RFQ/RFP specifications.
  • Collaborate with the core team (Contracts, Pricing, Program, etc) teams to develop, review, and submit proposals.
  • Identify and investigate impediments, analyze possible alternatives, and resolve the root cause/bottlenecks and follow through on actions in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Compile, analyze, and present proposal-related data.
  • Coordinate proposal kick-off meetings, fact-finding meetings and other required adhoc meetings to drive adherence to schedule and monitor risk to address volatility in proposal requirements, deadlines, and our offering.
  • Supports Customer-facing teams with customer requests, negotiations, and reworks of submitted proposals.
  • Perform comprehensive review of all elements of cost including direct labor, material, Other Direct Cost and indirect costs to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Northrop Grumman procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline
  • Recent experience as a Proposal Analyst
  • Experience with proposal development, cost estimating & pricing, or various contract types, such as FFP and T&M
  • Experience with U.S. Marine systems related customers
  • Knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Government’s acquisition process including federal procurement regulations (FAR/DFAR)