Principal Specialist, Estimating & Pricing

Position Summary

RI&S Integrated Estimating and Pricing is seeking a strong candidate for an Estimating & Pricing Principal Specialist position. The qualified candidate will partner and support proposal activity for the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Systems (ISRS) programs in McKinney, TX. This position provides a tremendous growth opportunity for an ambitious individual to partner with the program leadership team, as well as Program / Capture Managers, Finance, Technical Leads, and functional support.

• Plan and schedule proposal efforts.
• Participate in proposal pricing activities & cost volume development by providing support for all phases of the proposal process – proposal development through negotiations.
• Compile cost, schedule and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with the Request for Proposal (RFP) specifications and compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling and performance elements from functional departments.
• Analyze BOMs and BOEs ensuring reasonableness, adequate rationale and proper backup data.
• Research and analyze historical data to support proposal efforts.
• Review cost input for reasonableness.
• Prepare and present internal management reviews up to the Director level in accordance with the proposal schedule.
• Coordinate activities and participate in fact‑finding meetings.
• Participate in should‑cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.
• Support DCAA proposal audits.
• Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team.
• Provide direction/functions as an advisor to subordinate teammates to meet all objectives required for proposal preparation and monitors daily operations.
• Ensure all applicable parties (e.g., Engineering, Subcontracts, program management and other E&P colleagues) collaborate toward accurate, current and complete proposal submissions.

• Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Experience with Proposal Development and/or Cost Volume Management.
• Experience with industry estimating and pricing, policy, practices and/or procedures.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to interact with senior levels of management and customer organizations.
• Experience with CAS & Disclosure Requirements including TINA.
• Excellent analytical skills and a solid understanding of how to use common industry pricing tools and technology such as Pro Pricer, ACES, MS Office (specifically Excel), etc.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Analytical reasoning with the ability to research issues to resolution.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and demanding schedules.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Support the DCAA/DCMA audit process.
• Experience with and understanding of Government Procurement Regulations (FAR, DFARS etc.).
• Develop solutions to a variety of problems of significant scope and complexity.
• Learn processes quickly and apply knowledge to unique situations.
• Flexible and able to handle a wide range of work assignments.
• Work independently as well as part of a team.
• Self‑motivated and able to work through problems with minimal supervision.
• Strong mathematical and financial analysis skills.
• Organized, able to manage time and prioritize workload.

Salary range: $86,800 USD – $165,200 USD.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program,…