Senior Pricing Analyst – Material Cost Estimator

Leonardo DRS

. Ensure proposal bills of material are properly costed to customer RFP requirements in accordance with FAR, CAS, and government procurement rules .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $79,919 - $114,293 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in material cost estimating and pricing strategies for government procurement, with a strong focus on compliance with FAR and CAS regulations. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex cost analyses to executive management.

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Material Cost EstimatingFAR ComplianceCostpoint SoftwareSupplier Quoting StrategyGovernment Procurement Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimatingPricing AnalysisProposal DevelopmentCost/Price ModelingRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaborationRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Deltek CostpointIBM CognosMicrosoft ExcelDeltek ProPricer

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustryDefense IndustrySupply Chain ManagementGovernment Procurement VehiclesDOD Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cognos

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure proposal bills of material are properly costed to customer RFP requirements in accordance with FAR, CAS, and government procurement rules
Conduct material cost estimating, analyze price reasonableness, and prepare internal supporting documentation
Use Deltek Costpoint, IBM Cognos, Microsoft Excel, and Deltek ProPricer for costing and analysis
Collaborate with purchasing and engineering to optimize material cost estimating and determine supplier quoting strategy
Generate material bases of estimate for proposal submissions
Support contract negotiations with updated cost estimates and disclose cost or pricing data as required
Provide post-award artifacts to program execution teams detailing awarded material bases of estimate by part number
Maintain cost traceability linking supplier quotes, historical data, and pricing rationale to proposal submissions
Measure target costs against proposal costs and develop methods with Supply Chain Management to meet targets
Present material estimates to executive-level management
Maintain professional relationships with internal customers
Provide routine status updates and track outstanding actions and issues
Identify innovative ways to improve purchasing effectiveness
Review requests for proposals and assist proposal teams in developing responses
Analyze estimates against prior cost experience and recommend adjustments
Advise teams and senior management on new-business cost proposals and RFP, FAR, CAS, and disclosure compliance
Establish and coordinate schedules, monitor and escalate problems, and develop cost/price models
Assist with pricing cost narratives, price strategy, risk assessment, business case analysis, and management briefings
Solicit vendor quotes for proposal BOM costing
Identify and pass appropriate contract flow-downs to Purchasing and suppliers
Interact with Program Management on proposal cost issues related to BOMs
Support pricing during customer negotiations and provide vendor quotes and purchasing documentation for proposal audit substantiation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, business, engineering, or equivalent experience
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 government procurement vehicles such as IDIQ, T&M, CPAF, FFP, and Blanket agreements
Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management tools and procedures
Experience with Cost Point and ProPricer estimating software
High proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word
Knowledge of FAR, CAS, and government procurement rules and regulations
Strong supplier and customer interface skills
Demonstrated problem-solving skills
Successful track record estimating material for complex aerospace/defense proposal efforts
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance-based bonuses
Equity awards
Overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
State-mandated paid sick leave
Parental leave benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development support
Life and disability insurance coverage
Company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Legal insurance
Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Career-growth, professional development, and skill-enhancement programs and activities
Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program
Competitive vacation
Health/emergency leave
Paid parental leave
Community service hours