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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$100,000 - $125,000
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Management
Remote/Hybrid•El Segundo, CA•Colorado Springs, CO•Huntsville, AL•Dayton, OH
POSITION: Pricing Analyst – Space Systems Command
LOCATION: Los Angeles Air Force Base, CA, preferred, but remote eligible within CONUS.
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full-time/40 hours per week
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Pricing Analyst role offers a unique chance to contribute directly to the financial and strategic objectives of Space Systems Command’s Contracting Directorate (SSC/PKF). You will be responsible for managing multiple proposals simultaneously, with the expectation of pricing three major proposals or equivalent smaller projects each year.
In addition to proposal analyses, you will provide critical project support for the SSC/PKF office. A project encompasses all product outputs required in support of the pricing mission that fall outside of assigned proposals. This support includes reviewing solicitations with a focus on pricing, as well as profit/fee/incentive instructions essential for thorough and accurate pricing evaluations.
You will handle high-value pricing projects, ensuring timely and accurate pricing that aligns with SSC's standards and mission objectives. Your expertise will drive efficiencies and contribute to SSC's ability to secure necessary resources and maintain the nation's competitive advantage in Space.
WHO YOU ARE:
You are a highly skilled pricing professional with a background in handling large-scale proposals in a Defense or Government contracting environment. Your analytical acumen and attention to detail allow you to manage complex pricing tasks, ensuring that each proposal meets the financial and regulatory standards SSC requires. With your proactive approach, you work efficiently across multiple projects, helping SSC sustain its mission in an ever-evolving landscape.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Proposal Pricing Management: Conduct pricing for large-scale proposals, each valued at approximately $500 million, and manage equivalent smaller projects to meet the annual requirement of $6 billion in pricing workload.
• Financial Compliance and Accuracy: Ensure all pricing activities adhere to regulatory and SSC financial policies, providing reliable pricing that aligns with organizational goals.
• Pricing Mission Support Products: Create and deliver pricing support products in accordance with agreements made with the SSC/PKF Division Chief. These may include:
o Sole Source Proposals: Price negotiation memorandums, clearance slides, and Excel files.
o Competitive Proposals: Excel files, evaluation write-ups, and analysis reports.
o Reviews: Comments matrices, recommended language, and other review support.
o Training Materials: Presentation slides and other training support resources.
• Proposal Analysis Support: Analyze cost proposals and recommend solutions for complex pricing challenges. Prepare write-ups, such as narratives, presentation slides, and Excel outputs, for various approvals (e.g., business/contract clearance). Perform evaluations in accordance with the FAR, DFARS, DAFFARS, and other applicable policies within negotiated timelines. Analyses may involve:
o Price Analysis
o Cost Analysis
o Value Analysis
o Cost Principles
o Pricing Clauses
o Contract-type Analysis
o Parametric Estimating
o Cash Flow Analysis (e.g., performance-based payments)
o Cost Realism Analysis
o Economic Price Adjustment Arrangements
o Business Practice Analysis
o Profit/Fee/Incentive Analysis
o Contract Audit Recommendations
o Make-or-Buy Analysis
o Escalation Indices
• Multi-Project Coordination: Oversee multiple concurrent proposals or projects, effectively allocating time and resources to ensure each meets required deadlines and quality standards.
• Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with SSC Leadership and the A&AS team to provide accurate reports and updates, addressing any concerns and aligning proposal pricing with SSC’s strategic objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements for pricing methodologies, contributing to SSC’s efficiency in acquiring and delivering Defense capabilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• US Citizenship and possess an active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in evaluating and/or writing Government Cost/Price Proposals within a DoD or Government contracting environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in pricing software and tools, as well as advanced knowledge of DoD financial policies and regulations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will not supervise the work of others.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.
TRAVEL:
None.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.
COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.
CAIFORNIA PAY TRANSPARENCY RANGE: $95,000 to $135,000 USD
AAP / EEO STATEMENT:
BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.
LOCATION: Los Angeles Air Force Base, CA, preferred, but remote eligible within CONUS.
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full-time/40 hours per week
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Pricing Analyst role offers a unique chance to contribute directly to the financial and strategic objectives of Space Systems Command’s Contracting Directorate (SSC/PKF). You will be responsible for managing multiple proposals simultaneously, with the expectation of pricing three major proposals or equivalent smaller projects each year.
In addition to proposal analyses, you will provide critical project support for the SSC/PKF office. A project encompasses all product outputs required in support of the pricing mission that fall outside of assigned proposals. This support includes reviewing solicitations with a focus on pricing, as well as profit/fee/incentive instructions essential for thorough and accurate pricing evaluations.
You will handle high-value pricing projects, ensuring timely and accurate pricing that aligns with SSC's standards and mission objectives. Your expertise will drive efficiencies and contribute to SSC's ability to secure necessary resources and maintain the nation's competitive advantage in Space.
WHO YOU ARE:
You are a highly skilled pricing professional with a background in handling large-scale proposals in a Defense or Government contracting environment. Your analytical acumen and attention to detail allow you to manage complex pricing tasks, ensuring that each proposal meets the financial and regulatory standards SSC requires. With your proactive approach, you work efficiently across multiple projects, helping SSC sustain its mission in an ever-evolving landscape.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Proposal Pricing Management: Conduct pricing for large-scale proposals, each valued at approximately $500 million, and manage equivalent smaller projects to meet the annual requirement of $6 billion in pricing workload.
• Financial Compliance and Accuracy: Ensure all pricing activities adhere to regulatory and SSC financial policies, providing reliable pricing that aligns with organizational goals.
• Pricing Mission Support Products: Create and deliver pricing support products in accordance with agreements made with the SSC/PKF Division Chief. These may include:
o Sole Source Proposals: Price negotiation memorandums, clearance slides, and Excel files.
o Competitive Proposals: Excel files, evaluation write-ups, and analysis reports.
o Reviews: Comments matrices, recommended language, and other review support.
o Training Materials: Presentation slides and other training support resources.
• Proposal Analysis Support: Analyze cost proposals and recommend solutions for complex pricing challenges. Prepare write-ups, such as narratives, presentation slides, and Excel outputs, for various approvals (e.g., business/contract clearance). Perform evaluations in accordance with the FAR, DFARS, DAFFARS, and other applicable policies within negotiated timelines. Analyses may involve:
o Price Analysis
o Cost Analysis
o Value Analysis
o Cost Principles
o Pricing Clauses
o Contract-type Analysis
o Parametric Estimating
o Cash Flow Analysis (e.g., performance-based payments)
o Cost Realism Analysis
o Economic Price Adjustment Arrangements
o Business Practice Analysis
o Profit/Fee/Incentive Analysis
o Contract Audit Recommendations
o Make-or-Buy Analysis
o Escalation Indices
• Multi-Project Coordination: Oversee multiple concurrent proposals or projects, effectively allocating time and resources to ensure each meets required deadlines and quality standards.
• Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with SSC Leadership and the A&AS team to provide accurate reports and updates, addressing any concerns and aligning proposal pricing with SSC’s strategic objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements for pricing methodologies, contributing to SSC’s efficiency in acquiring and delivering Defense capabilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• US Citizenship and possess an active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in evaluating and/or writing Government Cost/Price Proposals within a DoD or Government contracting environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in pricing software and tools, as well as advanced knowledge of DoD financial policies and regulations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will not supervise the work of others.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.
TRAVEL:
None.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.
COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.
CAIFORNIA PAY TRANSPARENCY RANGE: $95,000 to $135,000 USD
AAP / EEO STATEMENT:
BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.
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