Pricing/Cost Estimator III

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in San Diego is seeking a pricing professional to price proposals, support pre-award, post-award and fact-finding audits, and lead cost-estimating activities. You will compute cost factors, prepare estimates for bids, and help drive pricing decisions in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree and 6+ years in finance or cost management, with strong spreadsheet skills and the ability to work extended hours onsite. Knowledge of FAR/CAS is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration, plus 6+ years in a manufacturing setting.
• Thorough knowledge of costing and pricing concepts.
• Experience negotiating in government contracting and solving costing problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication; proficient with spreadsheet software; able to work extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates for bids, planning, and vendor selection.
• Analyze data to establish price objectives for contracts.
• Conduct studies to develop standard hour data and cost reductions.
• Interface with internal groups and vendors to gather data.
• Interpret FAR and CAS regulations related to pricing and audits.
• Develop and maintain pricing spreadsheets and present findings.

Skills

Costing & pricing

Govt contracting experience

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Extended hours work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

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.

Under general direction, performs pricing of proposals and directs support of pre-award, post-award and fact-finding audits. Supervises development and maintenance of cost estimating system and other cost estimating duties to achieve business objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 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.

• 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 six or more years of experience in finance, accounting, or business administration in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.

• Must have complete 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 Category

Contracts/Sub Contracts/Purchasing

Experience Level

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Workstyle

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low

73,700

Pay Range High

128,780

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

US Citizenship Required?

No

Clearance Required?

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.