Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 1 - Entry Level

Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 1 - Entry Level | Lockheed Martin

As a member of the Estimating and Pricing organization, the Centralized Material Estimating Analyst will support the development, analysis, review, and approval of material estimates for program proposals and initiatives. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and compliant cost estimates by analyzing program requirements, developing material Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and supporting proposal activities throughout the estimating lifecycle.

The position requires close collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, and Program teams to develop high-quality estimates that meet established proposal standards and support successful customer engagements, audits, fact-findings, and negotiations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, review, and obtain approval of material estimates for program proposals and initiatives.
• Analyze program requirements and prepare detailed material Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Coordinate and support internal proposal reviews, customer audits, fact-findings, and negotiations.
• Partner with Value Stream Team personnel to develop BOEs with substantive task descriptions and sound estimating methodologies.
• Ensure estimates meet established proposal quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate extensively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, and Program organizations.
• Develop Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs) based on auditable and repeatable data that serve as reliable predictors of future work.
• Identify and analyze comparative historical data to establish valid and supportable bases of estimate.
• Develop material pricing instructions and cost estimates for detailed bills of materials.
• Interface with Program Offices, customer representatives, DCMA, and DCAA during proposal, audit, and review activities.
• Present estimating data, analyses, and recommendations to management.
• Support special projects and perform additional assignments as required.

What's In It For You

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strong aptitude for cost estimating, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. You excel at interpreting complex program requirements, developing accurate and defensible estimates, and utilizing data-driven methodologies to support business decisions. You are comfortable working across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program teams while communicating effectively with management, customers, and government representatives.

Your ability to balance technical analysis, proposal development, and stakeholder coordination enables you to contribute to high-quality estimates that support successful program execution and business growth.

Must be a US Citizen. Must have the ability to obtain a Secret level clearance after hire. This position is available at our Fort Worth TX, Marietta GA, and Palmdale CA locations, with Fort Worth TX, being the preferred location.

Desired skills

• Excellent written, oral, and task coordination skills.
• SAP Knowledge
• Estimating Experience
• Proposal cost estimator experience.
• Knowledge of the proposal process and BOEs
• Current Secret or Top Secret clearance
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel spreadsheets.