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About the role
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
Description
Join Northrop Grumman Australia as our Pricing Manager supporting complex, high-value programs. You’ll lead pricing strategy, cost estimating and proposal governance across Defence bids, contract changes and task orders. Defence experience is welcome—but not essential. Strong commercial pricing professionals will be supported to transition.
What You’ll Do
• Lead pricing and cost estimates across Defence proposals and contract variations
• Develop competitive pricing aligned to CASG / Defence cost principles
• Interpret RFPs and ensure pricing compliance with Defence requirements
• Present cost models to senior leadership, customers and audit bodies
• Identify and manage financial risks and opportunities
• Support post-award pricing, negotiations and claims
• Lead and mentor a skilled pricing team
What You’ll Bring
• Degree in Commerce, Business, Accounting or similar
• CA / CPA (or equivalent)
• Proven Defence pricing or cost estimating experience
• Strong understanding of Defence acquisition and governance frameworks
• Advanced financial modelling and Excel capability
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain NV1 clearance
Why Join Us?
• Work on complex and meaningful Defence programs
• High-impact role with senior stakeholder exposure
• Flexible work arrangements, and a family friendly environment that truly values work life balance
• Ongoing career progression opportunities – this role has a clear pathway to leadership opportunities
• Generous leave entitlements with additional leave purchase options, plus reservist leave, and other salary sacrifice options
• Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs
• Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option
Want to learn more about the role? Contact Eve Mountney at Evelyn.Mountney@au.ngc.com
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification
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