[Remote] Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 1
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, seeking a Centralized Material Estimating Analyst. In this role, you will develop, validate, and maintain accurate material cost estimates while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support proposals and strategic business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and validate detailed material cost estimates in support of proposals, negotiations, and program execution
- Create clear, auditable Basis of Estimates (BOEs) that align technical inputs, historical data, and program assumptions
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program teams to gather requirements and ensure cost accuracy and consistency
- Analyze material requirements, supplier data, and cost drivers to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for cost improvement
- Ensure estimating activities comply with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and internal policies and procedures
- Support reviews, audits, and management briefings by providing cost rationale and responding to data requests
- Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives by refining estimating processes, tools, and best practices
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance, Business, or other related discipline
- Experience with data analytics and analysis
- Pricing or functional estimating experience in materials, engineering, operations, and/or Sustainment
- Familiarity or experience with FAR, Part 15 proposal requirements
- Experience coordinating complex estimates with changing requirements
- Experience using proposal pricing systems or BOE tools such as, PROPRICER, APTS, or BOE other tool usage
- Experience, with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint at an advanced or expert level
- Experience in Tableau
- Proven communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work remotely
- Must be a US Citizen for consideration
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- Education Assistance
- Parental Leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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