Cost Estimator and Pricing Analyst

Estimating And Pricing Specialist Iii

A glimpse at the job : HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Cost Estimator and Pricing Analyst, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace. This position contributes to our vision by :

Prepare cost estimates in support of customer RFQs / RFPs, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFAR, CAS, and other regulatory standards. Apply labor, material, and overhead inputs into pricing models to develop proposal pricing. Use historical data, regression analysis, and other estimating tools / methods to create parametric estimates, "should-cost" analyses, and detailed estimates. Extract data from engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documents to support cost development.

Establish and maintain cost and budget structures in ERP / MRP systems to track program cost and pricing. Develop and maintain estimating tools, data, and cost estimating relationships (CERs). Maintain proposal databases with status updates and ensure accuracy of estimate records. Validate unit pricing on incoming purchase orders and apply approved pricing to proposals and invoicing. Develop and maintain a unit pricing database to support revenue collection.

Prepare and present complex proposal data, including assumptions, to senior management and customer stakeholders. Provide cost and pricing data to cross‑functional teams (engineering, supply chain, finance, program management, and sales). Generate and distribute monthly estimating metrics and reporting packages. Support government and customer fact‑finding audits, and negotiations in collaboration with Finance and Program teams. Document estimating assumptions, basis of estimate (BOE), and supporting rationale for auditability.

Utilize software tools (Excel, SAP BO, etc.) to prepare, analyze, and validate cost estimates. Participate in cross‑functional reviews of proposals to ensure consistency and accuracy of cost data.

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

For verification or accommodation requests, please email  or call 940-272‑5700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis. Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements.

All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered. Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.

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