Proposal Material Estimator

Principal Material Estimator

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

An excellent opportunity exists within the Material Estimating Organization as a Principal Material Estimator. The estimating organization is responsible for the preparation of various types of proposals for development, production and competitive contracts including modifications to existing contracts. In addition, the Material Estimating Organization supports gate reviews, government audits, and negotiations with the customer.

What You Will Do

• Be responsible for the development, analysis and completion of material proposals, creation of the Material Cost Summary (MCS).
• Work with other functions from across the company to understand and evaluate the material and other direct costs associated with proposed contracts and the associated program
• Utilize company estimating and pricing programs and tools
• Lead the development of Material Basis of Estimates to include tracking progress, validating and analyzing supplier quotes and Purchase Order History, ensuring consistency across the program, and confirming the estimating approach is sound
• Ensure proposals comply with all FAR and internal requirements often as the only material point of contact
• Assess, develop and implement solutions leading to a thorough material package
• Perform detailed and complex analysis of inputs to ensure soundness in our material estimates

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years experience
• Experience with MS Office, ex. Excel (i.e. large data sets, formulas, macros, look-up, pivot tables, filtering/sorting, etc.)
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong organization and analytical skills
• The ability to work well in teams, with peers and management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines in a schedule driven environment
• Knowledge and experience with proposal development, price buildup, and estimating and pricing processes
• Knowledge of and/or experience with federal proposal regulations including but not limited to: FAR, DFAR, TINA

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
  Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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Hybrid:
Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental,…