Lead Pricing and Costing Analyst - Remote

For our client, we are seeking a Lead Pricing and Costing Analyst to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.

This role will lead end-to-end pricing and costing support for complex proposals, helping shape competitive bids that balance profitability, compliance, and win strategy. The position partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to develop accurate cost models, evaluate risk, and provide decision support for high-stakes government and commercial pursuits. It is a highly visible finance role with direct influence on proposal quality, pricing discipline, and leadership presentations.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $108,900 – $145,200 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead cost and pricing activities for complex proposals from RFP through award
• Develop and validate proposal cost bases, including labor, material, and overhead costs
• Recommend pricing strategies that balance competitiveness and profitability
• Provide guidance on costing methodologies to cross-functional teams
• Analyze cost data to identify risks and opportunities, and present findings to leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in proposal cost development, pricing, or financial analysis, preferably in manufacturing or defense
• Extensive experience with government and commercial proposal pricing strategies
• Strong understanding of FAR principles and various contract types, including CPFF, FFP, and T&M
• Proficiency in ProPricer and advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility within the USA
• Opportunity to work with a leading defense solutions team
• Engagement in complex, high-stakes proposal processes
• Access to continuous improvement initiatives and professional development
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.