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Poway, CA (On-Site/Office)
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity as an experienced Price Cost Analyst to work out of our Poway, CA location.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Qualifications
We have an exciting opportunity as an experienced Price Cost Analyst to work out of our Poway, CA location.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in analyzing statistical and proposal data to develop independent price and cost recommendations to support negotiations with customers and suppliers.
- Compile and analyze source data from government or commercial databases, tables, and indexes to establish price and cost positions.
- Interface with several internal functional groups as well as outside vendors/suppliers to gather information.
- Perform detailed analysis of supplier proposals and supporting documentation to validate labor, material, and other cost elements for supplier products, and/or services.
- Perform fact finding at supplier locations as needed to review basis of estimates and source documentation verifying proposal cost estimates.
- May analyze and audit direct/indirect rates at supplier facilities to formulate rate recommendations.
- Perform regression analysis to account for learning or quantity variance as required
- Determine reasonableness of proposed cost and pricing.
- Interpret relevant government regulation(s) (e.g. FAR & DFARS) to perform this role.
- Develop and maintain spreadsheet and/or cost models to support price/cost analysis, and prepare reports, charts, and graphs of findings.
- Participate in cost and pricing reviews with management, customer, and or supplier representatives.
- Participate in the development and training of professional staff.
- Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company and expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree and six or more years of experience in finance, accounting, or business administration in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Must have experience using Microsoft Excel to analyze data and create "live cost models."
- Must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, principles, and standard practices of costing and pricing projects.
- In depth experience working in a government contracting environment including interfacing with audit agencies such as the DCMA or the DCAA.
- A detailed knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and/or CAS regulations.
- The ability to understand new concepts, techniques, and standards quickly and apply them accurately in an evolving environment to assist in developing new/advanced applications and processes.
- Must be customer focused and possess:
- The ability to identify issues, analyze data and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems.
- Good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings.
- Strong interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals.
- Good computer skills with knowledge of software applications (particularly Microsoft Office Suite) relevant to the position, including spreadsheet developments.
- The ability to on a work self-initiated basis and lead in a team environment.
- The flexibility to work extended hours and travel when required.
- Must have familiarity with the government procurement process.
- Prior experience in price/cost analysis supporting Department of Defense (DOD) programs and experience interfacing with government auditing agencies (DCAA/DCMA) is preferred.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
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