Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Cost Estimating Analyst – Level 4, to join our team. The position is in Redondo Beach CA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work..
Role and Impact:
- Identify and evaluate proposal risk issues in cost estimates, terms and conditions, and all other business management related functions.
- Support the Sector historical cost and technical database initiative.
- Perform data collection, normalization, and analysis.
- Develop estimating factors, regression analyses and identify estimating relationships from company data.
- Support cost studies using company data.
- Support and assist the Sector Manager of Independent Cost Evaluation (ICE) in executing the company-wide ICE process.
- Generate and present ICE analyses in support of risk reviews.
- Assist in maintaining and delivering training.
- Other duties as assigned.
As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (to include: Economics, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Operations Analysis, Engineering) with 8+ years of relevant professional experience – OR – Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (to include: Economics, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Operations Analysis, Engineering) with 6+ years of relevant professional experience.
- Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
- Experience leading projects and/or experience directly or indirectly managing others.
- Proven ability to evaluate, integrate, and communicate cost issues and risks to senior and executive management.
- Demonstrated expertise in business management, cost/risk modeling, pricing, estimating, and a working understanding of Government and commercial contracting and subcontracting.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, negotiating and problem solving with a wide range of professionals and leadership.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Northrop Grumman Space Systems portfolio past and current.
- ICEAA certification (e.g., PCEA or CCEA).
- Relevant experience (including exposure) in the cost/business management/ops research world, with a strong knowledge of quantitative risk techniques, cost and risk modeling, probability, and government contracts.
- Experience in the aerospace industry.
- Demonstrated experience to maintain independence while conducting analysis.
- Well versed in a broad range of cost estimating methodologies with the ability to implement, model and train them effectively.
- Active SCI security clearance.
You'll be a great fit if you:
- Dynamic, self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently.
About Space Sector: We are an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers.
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00The 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.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Operations Analysis, Engineering with 8+ years relevant experience OR Master's with 6+ years (or 4+ years additional experience in lieu of degree).
- Experience leading projects and/or directly or indirectly managing others.
- Proven ability to evaluate, integrate, and communicate cost issues and risks to senior and executive management.
- Demonstrated expertise in business management, cost/risk modeling, pricing, and estimating, with working understanding of government and commercial contracting and subcontracting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting and negotiating with leadership.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
- Knowledge of Northrop Grumman Space Systems portfolio (preferred).
- ICEAA certification (e.g., PCEA or CCEA).
- Experience with quantitative risk techniques, cost and risk modeling, probability, and government contracts.
- Experience in the aerospace industry.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain independence while conducting analysis.
- Well-versed in a broad range of cost estimating methodologies with ability to implement, model, and train.
- Active SCI security clearance (preferred).
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
-
Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
-
Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
Northrop Grumman Insights
What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
