Senior Pricing Analyst

Job ID: 115640

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Summary

Ensure that proposal bills of material (BOM) are properly costed to customer RFP requirements, in accordance with FAR, CAS and government procurement rules and regulations. Perform the BOM costing and analysis to enable the successful submittal of proposals within strict time constraints.

Job Responsibilities

• Review requests for proposals to identify and assist the proposal team in developing responses

• Work with internal organizations to determine anticipated labor and overhead rates, material requirements, equipment costs, and possible bid strategies

• Analyze estimates against previous cost experience and recommend adjustments

• May participate in the negotiation of contract proposals

• Provide guidance to the team and senior management in the execution of new business cost proposals including providing counsel on RFP, FAR, CAS and disclosure compliance issues

• Establish and coordinate schedules, monitor and escalate problems, develop cost/price models.

• Assist with pricing cost narrative, price strategy, risk assessment, business case analysis, and preparation/presentation of management briefings

• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Secondary Accountabilities

• Ensure that bills of material are properly costed and submitted timely to support proposals

• Work with supply chain to solicit vendor quotes required for proposal bill of material costing

• Ensure the appropriate contract flow-downs are identified and passed on to Purchasing / Suppliers

• Interact with Program Management on Proposal Cost issues related to BOM

• Monitor Target Costs against Proposal Costs roll-up

• Analysis of proposal BOM cost to prior actuals

• Support pricing during Customer Negotiations and, supply copies of Vendor quotes, PO’s/LOC’s for proposal audit substantiation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, business, engineering, or equivalent experience

• A minimum of 8 years demonstrated experience in high technology, aerospace or defense industries

• Experience in costing, pricing and estimating for DOD and commercial programs

• Knowledge of various government procurement vehicles such as IDIQ, T&M, CPAF, FFP, Blanket agreements

• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management tools and procedures

• Experience with Cost Point and ProPricer estimating software

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word)

• Knowledge of FAR, CAS and government procurement rules and regulations

• Strong supplier and customer interface skills

• Demonstrated problem solving skills

• Must have a successful track record in estimating material for complex aerospace/defense proposal efforts

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

The salary range for this position is ($79,919.00 - $114,293.00/yr). This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.