Job Opening for Manager of Pricing and Estimating in Northrop Grumman (7575 Colshire Dr, McLean, VA 22102)

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.
Northrop Grumman Corporation is currently seeking a Manager of Pricing & Estimating. The Manager of Pricing & Estimating is a skilled individual with extensive experience developing & managing business financial proposal offer/bids for major US Government contract solicitations & ongoing contract changes/modifications acting in an independent capacity to corporate business objectives & goals, while coordinating other internal operations & staff workload requirements. This position will report to the Division Director of Pricing & Estimating. This individual can work out of our Northrop office in McLean, VA; Clearfield, UT; Sierra Vista, AZ; or other major facility. This position will allow for partial telecommuting.
Responsibilities Include:
Management experience with proven leadership skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to mentor and train assigned staff.
Strong proposal development skills, strategy development, solid negotiation background and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Develop and manage all activities related to pricing and estimating for the Business Unit. Includes developing strategic pricing concepts and approaches related to bids and proposals; overseeing the estimating and pricing activities for all Business Unit proposals and changes; evaluating risks & opportunities in cost estimates, etc.
Candidate will have skills & expertise for managing assigned staff for planning, organization, writing, editing, & production of a cohesive proposal with appropriate disclosures, explanatory responses, & supporting data to justify adequacy, realism, reasonableness, & audit validation.
Support the recruitment, development and retention of pricing and estimating personnel required to achieve a high performance staff throughout the sector.
Must be able to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines, and handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
Must be a team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience
Will also consider:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience
Master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience
In-depth understanding of Government acquisition policies, regulations and proposal compliance requirements.
Demonstrated knowledge of pricing and estimating techniques with expertise in business management, cost/ risk modeling, and government contracts.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, negotiating and problem solving with a wide range of people.
Demonstrated ability to support complex operations while collaborating with multiple stakeholders.
Dynamic, self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently, meet deadlines and achieve commitments.
A flexible approach to work, an understanding of working collaboratively on a team, and the willingness to be an active and supportive member of a cross-functional team.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to make recommendations and provide guidance to effectively bring projects to completion.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Cross-sector experience is desirable.
Experience in the aerospace industry.
Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance, with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance

Salary Range: 98800 – 163100

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 (https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/) we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.