Financial Pricing Analyst - CAES

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives.  Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

CAES is a defense, aerospace, cyber security, energy, and transportation products group. CAES manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs.

We are an industry leader in the design, manufacture, support of advanced integrated RF systems for high performance Electronic Warfare, Radar/Communications, flight test and instrumentation systems.  Our products are used by US and international customers in manned aircraft, UAVs, space launch vehicles, missiles and guided weapons applications.

Are you up for challenges?  CAES is looking for a Team Player to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at the Lancaster facility. Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, and being able to adapt to a rapidly changing production environment brings with it an exciting opportunity to influence the successful execution of production goals and achieving operational excellence.  This position must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance to the level of Secret.

The most important thing we build is TRUST

HOW TO SUCCEED

CAES Mission Systems is seeking a Pricing Analyst, for the Lancaster, Pennsylvania operations. The Pricing Analyst’s primary focus will be to develop accurate, compliant cost estimates for pricing. Requirements include excellent analytical skills, robust Excel skills, and strong communication skills. The Pricing Analyst will collaborate with Business Development/Sales, Program Management and Senior Management to develop a pricing strategy that will best meet the company’s goals for customer satisfaction and profitability.  This role would support pricing for sites in Lancaster PA, Woburn MA, and Whippany NJ.

• Review the pricing requirements of Requests for Proposals and customer requests for contract modifications and participate in development of a pricing strategy/approach.
• Ensure cost proposals are prepared timely and accurately in accordance with FAR 15-408 Table 15-2 and all regulatory and compliance requirements including TINA, FAR, DFARS, and CAS.
• Review all elements of cost including direct labor, material, ODC, and indirect costs in ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAES procedures.
• Work collaboratively with functional departments to coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling, and performance elements and research and analyze historical data and develop cost models to support proposal efforts.
• Coordinate and support pricing audits for pricing activities with our customers and government agencies (DCMA, DCAA).
• Assist with the development of intelligence-based pricing standards, strategies, and best practices where applicable and integrate the same throughout the organization; ensuring all departments are aware of and utilizing them in preparation of their cost input.
• Utilize analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Utilize MS Office Suite (emphasis on Excel) and other Pricing tools as necessary.
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

Technical Skills

• Intermediate Excel spreadsheet skills (formatting and calculation formulas)

Physical Demands

• Ability to work at a computer (sitting or standing) for 9 hours per day
• Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.

Salary Range min/max: Pricing Analyst I $50,171.77 - $72,798.25 and Pricing Analyst II $57,195.81 - $82,990.00 annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in math or business and 0-2 years’ experience in finance or accounting field
• Intermediate Excel spreadsheet skills (formatting and calculation formulas)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, strong interpersonal skills, proven analytical and root cause analysis capabilities, advanced problem solving ability
• Ability to work under deadlines and constraints, multitasking across different proposals
• Ability to work on-site or hybrid schedule from Lancaster PA or from Woburn MA with 10-20% travel.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in math or business and 2-4 years’ experience in finance or accounting field
• Ability to work on-site or hybrid schedule from Lancaster, PA
• Advanced Excel spreadsheet experience (pivot tables, v-lookups, macros)
• PROPRICER experience or Salesforce experience
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARs regulations, Truth In Negotiations Act, and CAS

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.
• Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule
• Tailored Management/Leadership Training
• Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry.  From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.