Pricing Analyst, Sr.

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Summary

The Sr. Pricing Analyst prepares various types of proposals for development, production, and competitive contracts, which can include large/complex proposals. One must have a strong understanding of estimating & pricing principles and demonstrate application through hands-on experience.  In this role, the Sr. Pricing Analyst leads and supports reviews of all estimates prior to delivery and review by senior management.

Position Responsibilities:

• Reviews Requests for Proposals (RFP) and proposal documents for compliance to customer specifications/requirements and adherence to company policy
• Provides regular and ad hoc pricing analysis and presents costs estimates to management, customer representatives and government audit agencies
• Prepares and validates cost estimates for sustainment, engineering and manufacturing labor, materials, subcontracts and vendor data, parts & equipment
• Identifies cost and price risks and applies to estimates where applicable
• Supports DCAA audits and assists with contract negotiations as necessary and liaises between operations and other support organizations for estimating instructions and pricing
• Performs analysis of cost estimates identifying inconsistencies and issues. Develops different cost estimation projects and procedures for final approval by management
• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead)
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 8 – 12 years of related experience in Estimating and/or Finance
• Experienced in and knowledge of MS Office Suite (intermediate Excel skills required)
• Requires strong project management skills including organizing, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet proposal milestones
• Is working-group oriented and possess the following: (1) the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret complex data and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems; (2) analytical, verbal and written communication skills; (3) strong computer skills

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

• Advanced degree is preferred
• Demonstrates competency in effective team leadership and driving projects
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR required
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Consistently demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
• Prior experience with Pro-Pricer is desired

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.

The salary range for this role is:

$108,275 - $153,615

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that