Cost Estimator

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Palmdale (CA); Hybrid; USD 56,820 - 96,015; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Cost Estimator to support the Airport Business Management department. The role focuses on labor cost estimates for proposals, pre- and post-award audits, and maintaining cost estimating databases.

Onsite with a 9/80 schedule and one remote day per week, this position emphasizes accuracy and cross-functional communication. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with three or more years in finance or accounting,

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and three or more years’ experience in finance, accounting, or business administration.
• Must have a general knowledge and competence in costing concepts, principles, and standard practices.
• Experience negotiating and working in a contracting environment and ability to analyze and solve moderately complex costing problems.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; proficient with spreadsheet applications.

Responsibilities

• Computes cost factors and prepares Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for management use (planning, bidding, cost effectiveness).
• Compiles and analyzes data to calculate Flight Operations costs.
• Develops and maintains electronic cost estimating databases and systems.

Skills

Cost estimation

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Estimator to work within our Airport Business Management (ABM) department. This position is onsite at Flight Operations in Palmdale, CA with flexibility offered by a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off), one remote day per week, and a company rideshare program.

Under general supervision, performs labor cost estimates of proposals and supports pre-award, post-award and fact-finding audits. Helps develop and maintain the cost estimating system and other cost estimating duties to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate enjoys working cross-functionally with stakeholders at each level of the organization, enjoys challenges and changes, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys an intermittent workload. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to multi-task.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Computes cost factors and prepares Basis of Estimates (BOEs) used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, and determining cost effectiveness.


• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to calculate Flight Operations costs.


• Conducts analysis to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.


• Interfaces with several internal functional groups and subject matter experts to gather data.


• Analyzes specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services.


• Reviews estimating plans, program characteristics, estimating structures, ground rules and assumptions to determine labor hour requirements to prepare BOEs.


• Obtains data for cost analysis studies by determining Flight Operations labor hours.


• Performs or assists with pre-award, post-award, and fact-finding audits.


• Develops and maintains electronic cost estimating databases.


• Prepares reports, charts, and graphs of findings.


• Works on continuously improving the cost estimation process using organizational change management practices and techniques.


• 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.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and three or more years’ experience in finance, accounting, or business administration. 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.


• Must have experience negotiating and working in a 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