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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Sr Specialist, Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator
Job Code: 25821
Job Location: Canoga Park, CA
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work * out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator at our Canoga Park, CA. This role supports the procurement and estimating processes for significant subcontracts in support of all Defense products.
As a Senior Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for developing, evaluating and implementing pricing strategies, models, and price volumes based upon manufacturing and engineering labor estimates, actual to date costs, supplier quotes, purchase order history, competitive market dynamics, RFP requirements, company policies, government regulations and corporate business objectives. Pricing will be primarily for follow-on production and new business proposals in a dynamic, fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Essential Functions:
Carries out broad and complex assignments in the analysis of complex high dollar cost proposals. This responsibility includes an in-depth review of the supplier’s supporting data for each of the cost elements that make up the subcontractors proposed price, assessing subcontractor cost or pricing data for adequacy in accordance with FAR Part 15.
Conducts fact finding in order to gain a thorough understanding of the subcontractors’ cost proposals as well as collect and review supporting data.
Supports negotiations with suppliers, including, as necessary conducting price negotiations in coordination with Buyers.
Assists with the development of negotiation positions and pricing objectives.
When necessary, performs rate reviews at supplier facilities, which usually require supplier’s payroll information, as well as all other financial information that is used in the development of the proposed direct and indirect rates.
Mentors and/or assists in training buyers in subjects related to cost and price analysis.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant cost analyst experience, or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related cost anaylst experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related cost analyst experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Acquisition Regulation System (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and processes affecting procurement and contractual functions.
Cost and price analysis techniques and government contracting.
General accounting practices, proposal methodology and estimating techniques.
General practices of statistics, pricing models, with reference to their application to revenue, cash flow, cost analysis, and projections.
Research methods and techniques.
Computer systems to prepare reports and documents with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
Analytical skills and comfortable using Microsoft Excel for developing analysis tools, tabulating and charting data with complex data sets.
Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint document libraries
ERP systems and data extraction.
Technical report writing procedures and techniques.
Principles of decision analyst
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $86,500 - $160,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, ****** orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Sr Specialist, Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator
Job Code: 25821
Job Location: Canoga Park, CA
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work * out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator at our Canoga Park, CA. This role supports the procurement and estimating processes for significant subcontracts in support of all Defense products.
As a Senior Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for developing, evaluating and implementing pricing strategies, models, and price volumes based upon manufacturing and engineering labor estimates, actual to date costs, supplier quotes, purchase order history, competitive market dynamics, RFP requirements, company policies, government regulations and corporate business objectives. Pricing will be primarily for follow-on production and new business proposals in a dynamic, fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Essential Functions:
Carries out broad and complex assignments in the analysis of complex high dollar cost proposals. This responsibility includes an in-depth review of the supplier’s supporting data for each of the cost elements that make up the subcontractors proposed price, assessing subcontractor cost or pricing data for adequacy in accordance with FAR Part 15.
Conducts fact finding in order to gain a thorough understanding of the subcontractors’ cost proposals as well as collect and review supporting data.
Supports negotiations with suppliers, including, as necessary conducting price negotiations in coordination with Buyers.
Assists with the development of negotiation positions and pricing objectives.
When necessary, performs rate reviews at supplier facilities, which usually require supplier’s payroll information, as well as all other financial information that is used in the development of the proposed direct and indirect rates.
Mentors and/or assists in training buyers in subjects related to cost and price analysis.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant cost analyst experience, or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related cost anaylst experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related cost analyst experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Acquisition Regulation System (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and processes affecting procurement and contractual functions.
Cost and price analysis techniques and government contracting.
General accounting practices, proposal methodology and estimating techniques.
General practices of statistics, pricing models, with reference to their application to revenue, cash flow, cost analysis, and projections.
Research methods and techniques.
Computer systems to prepare reports and documents with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
Analytical skills and comfortable using Microsoft Excel for developing analysis tools, tabulating and charting data with complex data sets.
Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint document libraries
ERP systems and data extraction.
Technical report writing procedures and techniques.
Principles of decision analyst
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $86,500 - $160,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
#LI-HJ1
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, ****** orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sr. Specialist, Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Canoga Park offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
