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Proposal Analyst - Level 1

Northrop Grumman

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Top Secret
$70,400 - $94,600
Unspecified
Finance
Redondo Beach, CA (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Proposal Analyst - Level 1, to join our team in Redondo Beach CA.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong work ethics and analytical skills to work closely with the pricing and business management team across multiple programs and new pursuits.

Role and Impact:
  • Compile cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications and other pricing/cost requirements.
  • Coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements from functional departments.
  • Research and analyze historical data as well as develop cost models to support proposal efforts.
  • Consolidate Bill of Material (BOM) requirements in support of price and/or price/cost analysis.
  • Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts, and calculate production costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data.
  • Review purchase order history, actuals, quotes, proposals to estimate the BOM.
  • Incorporate escalation and quantity variance curve factors and extended costs for required quantities.
  • Provide cost analysis in support of program objectives.
  • Analyze data such as direct labor hours, past performance, costs of previous procurements, and/or comparison to similar items/scope.
  • Present and brief cost issues and risks to senior management.
  • Coordinate activities and participate in customer fact-finding meetings.
  • Participate in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.
  • Lead and support DCAA audit reviews for proposals and other customer cost reviews.
  • Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team.
  • Other duties as assigned.


If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance or Accounting with relevant professional experience in Business Administration, Project Management, Material Estimating, Pricing & Estimating, Price/Cost Analysis, Finance, Accounting, Contract/Proposals, or Cost Control.
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite; Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree.
  • Previous work experience with SAP.
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other government regulation.
  • Active Top Secret (TS) and/or Special Compartmentalized Information (SCI) clearance.


You'll be a great fit if you:
  • Exhibit excellent communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills


About Space Sector: We are an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Primary Level Salary Range: $70,400.00 - $94,600.00

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.

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.
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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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.
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