Analyst Senior - Cost Estimating & Pricing

Job Description
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Lead the Cost Estimating and Pricing function and mentor department personnel throughout the Opportunity Phase and Proposal Phase of the program lifecycle. Operate as a Subject Matter Expert in most aspects of the Estimating System Description (ESD).

The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.

What You'll Do:

• Lead new business proposals, ROMs and program change proposals as needed. Ensure cost volumes are compliant with regulatory requirements and prepared in accordance with company practices.
• Lead proposal pricing strategy and analysis of proposals.
• Support the Estimating and Pricing organization with development, enhancement, application and training of cost estimating and pricing processes, tools, historical cost data, and Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs). Document, assess and apply lessons learned to future proposal efforts.
• Support with implementation of required Estimating and Pricing tools and processes. Provide feedback on these tools and processes to support improvement where necessary and support groups involved with cost estimating & pricing and business management initiatives to improve processes and tools, as requested.
• Support customer fact-finding and negotiation efforts. Support audit efforts with internal and external auditors (DCAA or DCMA).
• Assist in new business pursuit and associated pricing strategy. Assists in identification, development and implementation of new pricing policies and processes.
• Prepare cost review presentations.
• Mentor and train less experienced professionals.
• Support the SBU with reviewing and forecasting ROMs and proposals.
• Support change proposal negotiations.
• Develop effective negotiation support for new business and change proposals.
• Provide required information to related functional organizations (Contracts, FP&A, Project Controls, Supply Chain, Program Management, SBU, etc.).
• Prepare and maintain required estimating / pricing / proposal documentation in accordance with company procedures and government regulations.
• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations as well as company policies and directives.
• Perform and interpret Monte Carlo and EVA (Economic Value Add) analysis.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree plus 8 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Willingness to learn and grow in role.
• Solid communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems following established policies and procedures.
• Function in a high paced dynamic team work environment.
• Proficient in the use of MS office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Proposal leadership experience, government contracting experience, and experience working with data using Tableau / Power BI.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $94500 - $127750

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.