Cost Analyst

Job Description
What’s it like working for a company where you are treated as more than a number? Empowering. Joining our Supply Chain team means you are the backbone behind managing the proposed material costs for multiple proposals and programs that keep nations safe.
BAE Systems is seeking a Cost Analyst with exceptional analytic and communication skills to join the Operations Proposal team.

In this job, you will:

• Develop and prepare Cost Analysis, Commercial Item Determination (CID) and Competitive Analysis on supplier provided data.
• Provide material support documentation and price analysis in support of proposal submissions to U.S. Department of Defense customers.
• Decompose supplier provided proposal and Cost or Pricing Data into constituent estimating elements for analysis and determination of price reasonableness.
• Perform indirect rate analysis and direct labor cost analysis to determine reasonableness of supplier cost burdens applied to direct elements and develop detailed rebuttal position.
• Develop walk-down positions by cost element in order to establish summary conclusions and recommendations regarding supplier pricing and provide basis for negotiations.
• Conduct market research and price analysis to confirm the commerciality of a proposed part.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects as needed that enhances the current proposal and Cost/Price analysis process.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education:
Bachelor Degree preferably in a business, financial or accounting discipline.

Required Skills

• Be able to prioritize and self-manage a multitasked workload in a fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written. Includes writing reports of significant complexity and length.
• Utilize analytical and computer skills and various software packages (Excel, Word) to prepare appropriate reports and documents.
• Attention to detail.
• Support the analysis, evaluation, development and implementation process and system improvements within budget while adhering to strict time requirements and schedule.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience in proposal preparation with a working knowledge of Project Finance, Contracts or Subcontract Administration with a working knowledge of Cost & Price Analysis for Department of Defense procurements.
A working understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) with an emphasis on FAR/DFAR compliant proposals.
Familiarity with Cost Accounting Standards, Contract Cost Principles and Procedures, and Accounting and Proposal preparation procedures.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $55295 - $94001

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $55,295 - $94,001