Manager, Pricing Cost Estimating

Northrop Grumman

. Lead and manage conflicting priorities in a schedule-driven environment .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $181,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing cost analysis operations, including oversight of teams and workflow in compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations. Proven ability to mentor staff and ensure quality in pricing and proposal activities for government contracts.

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Cost Analysis ManagementFAR/DFARS KnowledgeLeadership ExperienceGovernment Proposal ExpertiseBusiness Management Acumen

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisPricing StrategyGovernment Acquisition ProcessProposal DevelopmentContract Management

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMentoringCollaborationConflict ResolutionPerformance Management

Tools & Technologies

NGMS Estimating SystemDashboardsMetrics

Certifications & Qualifications

US Government Secret Clearance (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ProposalsSubcontract NegotiationsCost AnalystsBusiness Management Function

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage conflicting priorities in a schedule-driven environment
Oversee daily operations of the West/MidWest Region SPCA team, including work assignments, schedules, and workflow
Manage staff of cost analysts and program teams across multiple geographic locations
Mentor, train, develop, and conduct performance reviews for staff
Manage, review, and approve timely, quality cost analyses
Coordinate, plan, and prioritize resources for cost analysis requirements
Guide teams, programs, suppliers, and other functions on FAR/DFARS, Northrop Grumman procedures, and the NGMS Estimating System
Minimize skill gaps through cross-training and knowledge transfer
Ensure timely and quality cost analyses through supplier proposal adequacy and dashboards/metrics
Collaborate with GSC, suppliers, contracts, pricing, DCMA/DCAA, and other functions on proposal activities and subcontract negotiations
Support subcontractor cost analyses for Mission Systems programs and subcontract negotiations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in Pricing and/or a related Business Management function – OR – Masters degree and 3 years of experience in Pricing and/or a related Business Management function
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Knowledge of government acquisition process
Experience with FAR/DFARS and other applicable government regulations
Knowledge of pricing, contracts, and/or business management
Experience with U.S. Government proposals
US Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Company paid holidays
Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus, depending on position
Long Term Incentives for eligible Vice President or Director positions