Junior Pricing Analyst

Title: Junior Pricing Analyst

Location: Alexandria, VA

US Citizenship: Required

Security Clearance: None

Responsibilities:

• Support the development of cost/price proposals in response to Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quote (RFQs), and Task Order solicitations
• Build and maintain pricing models and cost volumes using Excel-based tools, incorporating labor rates, indirect rates (overhead, fringe, G&A), materials, ODCs, subcontractor costs, and profit/fee
• Assist in developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs) in coordination with capture managers, program managers, and technical leads
• Ensure pricing proposals comply with FAR, DFARS, agency-specific supplements, and applicable contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, IDIQ, etc.)
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to collect, validate, and incorporate subcontractor pricing and quotes
• Support preparation of cost/price volume narratives, pricing assumptions, exhibits, and supporting documentation
• Assist with rate development, escalation calculations, and wage determination research (e.g., Service Contract Act) as needed
• Maintain organized, audit-ready pricing files and documentation in accordance with company policy and government requirements
• Support internal pricing reviews, gate reviews, and pink/red team reviews by preparing pricing materials and responding to reviewer comments
• Collaborate with contracts, finance, and business development teams throughout the proposal lifecycle
• Assist with post-award pricing support, including contract modifications, option exercises, and rate updates

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or related field; 4 year's of equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• Entry level (1-2 years) experience in pricing, cost analysis, finance, or proposal support; internship or academic project experience in a related field is acceptable
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
• Ability to work under tight proposal deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, IDIQ)
• Exposure to GovCon pricing tools (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, or similar ERP/pricing systems)
• Coursework or exposure to government contract pricing, cost accounting standards (CAS), or federal acquisition processes
• Experience supporting proposal development in a professional services, IT, or defense contracting environment
• S. Citizenship required; must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required by a specific contract

Equal Opportunity/Veteran/Disabled

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