Introduction to Shield AI
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.
Are you a pricing expert eager to make a positive difference in both the company you work for and in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values-focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you!
As an experienced Pricing Analyst for the organization you develop cost/ price proposals to support Request for Proposal/ Solicitations.
What You'll Do:
- Develop cost/price proposals of various sizes and complexities for RFP solicitations, ensuring compliance with company policies and FAR/ DFARs
- Perform margin analysis against organization targets
- Become an expert on Shield AI product and project pricing strategies and work side-by-side with Proposal Managers to ensure accurate cost estimates for pricing and on time proposal submission
- Communicate with direct management regarding cost/ pricing analysis and ensure organization management and other senior personnel are aware of risks and opportunities identified during pricing process
- Interface and build collaborative relationships with Contracts, Business Development, Engineering, Production and Supply Chain, Accounting, and FP&A
- Support other programmatic ad hoc requests, as needed
- Assist with project setup, billing, and preparation of project forecasts, including Estimate-At-Complete (EAC) and Estimate-To-Complete (ETC) analyses.
Projects You Could Work On:
- Annual Operating Plan
- Indirect rate analysis
- Government Contracting compliance
Required Qualifications:
- Government contracting experience
- Understanding and experience with Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable, and Time & Materials (T&M) contract types
- Familiarity with GAAP, FAR/DFAR, CAS
- 5+ years in finance or accounting with 2+ specifically in government contracting pricing
- BS/BA degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or Business-related discipline finance, or business-related experience
- Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, attention to detail, and excellent communication and analytic skills
- You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint
- Experience with project planning tools
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Total package details for U.S. based positions:
- Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days
of employment)
- Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity
Total package details for International based positions (where applicable):
- International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer
allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
