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Northrop Grumman
2026 Associate Cost Estimating Analyst Redondo Beach CA
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$85,160 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
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Yes, 10% of the Time ## Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers. From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day. Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you! Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world. Northrop Grumman is seeking Associate Cost Estimating Analyst. This position will be located at our Space sector in Redondo Beach, CA. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Space Sectors Business Management Organization.Roles and Responsibilities:
- Estimates labor and material costs of manufacturing and engineering based on request for proposal (RFP) data submitted by prospective customers.
- Analyzes specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts, and calculates production costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data.
- Collects cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors. Computes cost estimates of raw materials or subcontracted work and labor.
- Prepares and maintains historical cost data. Creates cost models for cost estimating elements.
- Prepares cost reports and presents findings to management, contract personnel, proposal coordinators, customer representatives, price auditors, vendors, and subcontractors.
Basic Qualifications:
A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria.The candidate must:
- Has completed their bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Having majored in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Data Analysis, Mathematics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Global Supply Chain, or another similar field
- Be able to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret (TS) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
- Experience with MS Office Suite;
Excel, PowerPoint and Word Preferred Qualifications:
- Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
- Have an Active Top Secret (TS) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance
- Prior pricing, estimating, proposal, or material estimating experience
- Proposal experience within government contracting
- Previous work experience with SAP or Costpoint
- Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other government regulations