Proposal Analyst Staff

<h2>Standard Job Description</h2>

<p><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong><br>We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.<br><br><strong>WHO YOU ARE</strong></p><p>The Staff Proposal Analyst drives all pricing and estimating activities for proposals within the F-35 Training and Logistics Solutions (TLS) market segments. Working in a fast paced environment, the analyst leads the end to end cost development<br>process— from RFP review through award and contract negotiations—across a variety of&nbsp;contract types (FFP, CPFF, IWTA, TINA compliant DCS, etc.). The role partners closely with&nbsp;program managers, finance, legal, and audit teams to ensure accurate, compliant, and<br>competitive proposals. The Staff Proposal Analyst will be instrumental in delivering competitive,&nbsp;compliant, and profitable proposals that support F-35 TLS&nbsp; business growth.<br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:<br>· Acts as the estimating lead on proposals compiling cost, schedule, &amp; technical elements to<br>development proposals in accordance with Request For Proposal (RFP) specs<br>· Establish and maintain tools/processes for<br>gathering, consolidating, and accumulating cost<br>data.<br>· Apply appropriate rates, factors, and risk adjusted assumptions; calculate cash flows, profit to<br>cost ratios, and return on sales metrics.<br>· Prepare and present cost and pricing<br>assumptions, pricing ground rules, and financial<br>summaries to senior leadership.<br>· Produce compliant cost volumes and<br>supporting documentation for DCAA, DCS, and<br>other audit agencies.<br>· Participate as a core member of the contract<br>negotiation team, providing pricing guidance and<br>supporting certification efforts.<br>· Conduct fact finding, support internal/external audits, and address audit findings.<br>· Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, accuracy, and accuracy, and efficiency within pricing and estimating functions.&nbsp;</p><p><br><strong>WHY JOIN US</strong><br><strong>Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life</strong> <br>We believe that flexibility is the future of work. &nbsp;We are proud to offer the flexible 4X10 work schedule that support our employees diverse personal needs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Develops, plans &amp; schedules proposals in accordance with estimating policy,Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) &amp; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) requirements, USG Bus. System Requirements &amp; other govt. regulations. Shapes, develops &amp; matures bus. case analyses &amp; cost methods resulting in a comprehensive bid/price strategy. Develops initiatives to increase profitability &amp; cashflow. Acts as the estimating lead on proposals compiling cost, schedule, &amp; technical elements to development proposals in accordance with Request For Proposal (RFP) specs. Coordinates the collection of cost, scheduling, &amp; performance elements from functional departments. Performs financial modeling &amp; analyses related to major proposals, including rate studies &amp; analysis, bus. case development, cash flow analysis, NPV &amp; IRR &amp; presents analyses &amp; recommendations to leaders. Researches &amp; analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts &amp; determination of accuracy of functional estimates. Participates in should-cost &amp; pricing reviews with mngmt &amp; customer reps. Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team &amp; interacts with DCAA /other audit agencies. Initiates process improvements to enhance productivity &amp; efficiency within pricing &amp; estimating functions.&nbsp;</p><h2>Basic Qualifications</h2>

<p>·Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business,<br>Engineering, or related field; advanced degree<br>preferred.<br><br>· 5 or more years of experience in proposal <br>pricing/estimating, preferably in aerospace, <br>defense, or government contracting.<br><br>· Proven expertise with multiple contract types <br>(FFP, CPFF, IWTA, TINA compliant DCS, etc.).<br><br>· Proficiency with cost modeling tools, <br>spreadsheets, and integrated proposal software.<br><br>· Working knowledge of FAR, DCAA compliance, and cost accounting standards.</p><h2>Desired Skills</h2>

<p>· Strong analytical, mathematical, and <br>communication skills; ability to translate complex <br>data into clear executive presentations.<br><br>·Detail oriented with a focus on accuracy and <br>compliance.<br><br>·Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and <br>manage multiple concurrent proposals.<br><br>·Collaborative team player with strong influence <br>and stakeholder management skills.<br><br>·Continuous improvement mindset.</p><p><strong>Pay Information</strong></p><p>Full-Time Salary Range: $89100.00 - $165500.00</p><p>At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.</p><p>The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.&nbsp;Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. &nbsp;</p><p><strong>Benefits offered: </strong>Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.</p><ul><li>Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.</li><li>For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.</li></ul>