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Principal/Sr Principal Pricing Analyst

Yesterday Sunnyvale, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Principal Pricing Analyst/Senior Principal Pricing Analyst (can be hired at either level), to join our Marine Systems team in Sunnyvale, CA. This position is preferred to be onsite but can accommodate remote telework for exceptional candidates who will support West Coast core work hours between 8 am to 6 pm.
What You Will Get To Do:
Our Pricing Analyst will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the Program Managers/Directors, Business Managers, Contracts Managers, Operations Managers, Capture Managers, and functional teams. Your pricing duties will be to provide support for major capture and proposal efforts.
Roles and Responsibilities:

Prioritize proposal activities and working on multiple tasks simultaneously

Develop, evaluate and implement pricing strategies and models based upon current business and competitive market dynamics

Conducts research and perform competitive pricing analysis

Monitor ongoing competitive environment to ensure practices do not adversely impact company reputation or customer satisfaction

Partners with Contracts, Business Development and Finance to correctly position product portfolio and establish pricing programs aligned with product/sales strategy and revenue recognition requirements

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Project impact of pricing changes, individual promotions and rebate programs on revenue

Creates/administers pricing databases and coordinates implementation of pricing proposals across the organization

Basic Qualifications for Principal Pricing Analyst:

Principal Pricing Analyst: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of business management, contracts, or pricing experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience

Experience pricing, negotiating, or administering various contract types and working with DoD proposals

Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Pricing Analyst:

Senior Principal Pricing Analyst: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of business management, contracts, or pricing experience - OR - Master's degree with 6 years of professional experience

Experience pricing, negotiating, or administering various contract types and working with DoD proposals

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

Ability to build customer relationships early on

Make decisions in a timely manner, under tight deadlines and pressure

Ensure compliance with FAR and DFARS and act with agility

Partner with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, global mobility office and security for seamless pricing support

What We Can Offer You*
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $82,600.00 - $136,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,200.00 - $170,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Sunnyvale, CA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10212190
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-10-24T20:17:15

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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