Pricing Cost Estimator

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$56,820.00/yr - $96,015.00/yr

Job Summary
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Pricing Cost Estimator within our Cost Engineering team. This position is located in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA.

Under general supervision, performs pricing of proposals and supports pre-award, post-award and fact finding audits. Helps develop and maintain cost estimating system and other cost estimating duties to achieve business objectives.

• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives for contract transactions.
• Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
• Interfaces with several internal functional groups as well as outside vendors to gather data. Makes recommendations regarding the feasibility of manufacturing or buying needed products.
• Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services.
• Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists.
• Obtains data for cost analysis studies by determining manufacturing costs within divisions of company.
• Performs or assists with pre-award, post-award and fact finding audits.
• Interprets FAR and CAS regulations relating to pricing.
• Develops and maintains pricing spreadsheet. Prepares reports, charts, and graphs of findings.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and three or more years experience in finance, accounting, or business administration in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a general knowledge and competence in the concepts, principles, and standard practices in costing and pricing.
• Must have experience negotiating and working in government contracting environment and be able to analyze and solve a variety of moderately complex costing problems.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and communication skills, both verbal and written and be computer literate with knowledge of computer applications relevant to the position, including spreadsheet applications.
• Must be able to work extended hours when required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 56,820 - 96,015

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Purchasing

• Oil and Gas, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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