Principal Specialist Estimating & Pricing

Raytheon; McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Principal Estimating & Pricing specialist in McKinney, TX. You will partner with program leadership, finance, and engineering to drive proposal activities for ISR systems programs and ensure compliant, competitive pricing strategies.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements and exposure to government procurement regulations, DCAA audits, and cross-functional collaboration across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or Advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with Proposal Development and Cost Volume Management.
• Experience with industry estimating and pricing, policy, practices and/or procedures.
• Experience with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule proposal efforts.
• Support proposal pricing activities and Cost Volume Development.
• Compile cost, schedule and technical elements in the development of proposals for RFPs per FAR.
• Coordinate collection of cost, scheduling and performance data from functional departments.
• Analyze BOMs and BOEs for reasonableness and backup data.
• Research historical data to support proposals.
• Prepare and present internal management reviews up to Director level.
• Coordinate activities and participate in fact-finding meetings.
• Participate in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.
• Support DCAA proposal audits.
• Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team.
• Provide guidance to teammates to meet proposal objectives.

Skills

Proposal Development

Cost Volume Management

Pricing / Estimating

MS Office

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

ProPricer

ACES

Job description

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Date Posted:

2026-10-28

Country:

United States of America

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

RI&S Integrated Estimating and Pricing is seeking a strong candidate for an Estimating & Pricing Principal Specialist position. The qualified candidate will partner and support proposal activity for the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Systems (ISRS) programs in McKinney, TX. This position provides a tremendous growth opportunity for an ambitious individual to partner with the program leadership team, as well as Program / Capture Managers, Finance, Technical Leads, and functional support.

What You Will Do

• Plan and schedule proposal efforts.
• Participate in proposal pricing activities & Cost Volume Development by providing support for all phases of the proposal process - proposal development through negotiations.
• Compile cost, schedule and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with the Request for Proposal (RFP) specifications and compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling and performance elements from functional departments
• Analyzes BOMs and BOEs ensuring reasonableness, adequate rationale and proper backup data
• Research and analyze historical data to support proposal efforts
• Review cost input for reasonableness.
• Prepare and present internal management reviews up to the Director level in accordance with the proposal schedule
• Coordinate activities and participate in fact-finding meetings
• Participate in should-cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives
• Support DCAA proposal audits
• Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team
• Provide direction/functions as an advisor to subordinate teammates to meet all objectives required for proposal preparation and monitors daily operations
• Ensure all applicable parties (e.g., Engineering, Subcontracts, program management and other E&P colleagues) collaborate toward accurate, current and complete proposal submissions

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 Proposal Development and/or Cost Volume Management
• Experience with industry estimating and pricing, policy, practices and/or procedures
• Experience with MS Office

Qualifications We Prefer

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to interact with senior levels of management and customer organizations
• Experience with CAS & Disclosure Requirements including TINA
• Must possess excellent analytical skills and have a solid understanding of how to use common industry pricing tools and technology such as but not limited to ProPricer, ACES, MS Office (specifically Excel), etc.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong financial acumen gained through academic achievement or employment.
• Analytical reasoning with the ability to research issues to resolution.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and demanding schedules.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to support the DCAA/DCMA audit process
• Experience with and understanding of Government Procurement Regulations (FAR, DFARS etc.)
• Develop solutions to a variety of problems of significant scope and complexity
• Must be able to learn processes quickly and apply knowledge to unique situations
• Must be flexible and deal with a wide range of work assignments
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Self-motivated and able to work through problems with minimal supervision
• Strong mathematical and financial analysis skills
• Organized, ability to manage time and prioritize workload

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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