Overview
This role involves leading activities related to the development of cost and price proposals, including strategic planning, analysis, spreadsheet development, and budget analysis. The position is remote within the United States, with a preference for candidates local to a headquarters facility in Chantilly, VA, or those able to travel. US citizenship is required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee cost/price volume responses for medium to complex proposals with minimal supervision
- Prepare cost models, cost narratives, and other cost/price volume requirements
- Ensure compliance with estimating system manuals and other policies and procedures
- Perform quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy and responsiveness to solicitation requirements
- Develop and implement proposal strategies to achieve organizational objectives
- Provide pricing guidance and support to field personnel involved in pricing activities
- Mentor and coordinate pricing staff on larger, complex proposals
- Collaborate with Operations, Business Development, and Functional Support groups to gather data necessary for pricing or cost/price volume components
- Lead the pricing function in cooperation with capture/proposal teams, developing strategic pricing strategies, identifying risks, and interpreting solicitation requirements as applicable
Requirements
- Typically 12 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or a Master’s degree with 8 years of experience; two years of contracts or pricing experience may substitute for each year of the last four years of college
- Experience in cost proposal preparation or development; relevant finance experience may be considered in lieu of some cost proposal experience
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
- Understanding of U.S. Government structure and agency acquisition procedures and policies
- Ability to review and write pricing narrative responses
- Advanced Excel and mathematical skills
- Ability to work efficiently under multiple deadlines and changing priorities with attention to detail
- Experience leading pricing strategies, complex pricing analysis, and financial modeling
- US citizenship is required
- Ability to work extended hours, often on short notice, to meet deadlines
- Currently holding or able to obtain a US Security Clearance is preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors, including base operations support, infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise IT, intelligence, and analysis
- Experience supporting advanced energy solutions, sustainability initiatives, and environmental programs for defense, Department of Energy, or commercial partners
- Data-driven and continuous learning mindset with demonstrated curiosity and adaptability
- Experience leveraging AI tools to automate tasks, synthesize information, improve communication, and accelerate problem solving while maintaining human judgment
- Ability to evaluate and apply emerging AI technologies responsibly in workflows
- Demonstrated AI fluency and integration to enhance productivity, decision-making, and operational efficiency
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $148,000 - $185,000 annually
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by collective bargaining agreements or other contracts may have different provisions.
Location
Remote within the United States; preference for candidates local to Chantilly, VA headquarters or able to travel.
US citizenship is required.