Proposal Management & Estimating Lead (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

FSAs

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Compliance Purchasing Specialist to support procurement with adherence to company policies and government regulations. This onsite role requires coordinating with multiple teams to ensure compliant estimates and timely proposal delivery within a classified environment.

The candidate must possess an active DoD secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a strong background in cost estimating and procurement for government contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience (project/program/proposal management, cost estimating, logistics, or related) OR an advanced degree and 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Government Security Clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. Citizenship required as only Citizens are able to hold and maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Independently coordinate, lead, and develop comprehensive, compliant Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for all classified proposals.
• Manage proposal strategy, planning, schedules, and internal reviews.
• Validate, analyze, and challenge SME inputs and actuals to ensure accuracy, consistency, and defensible compliant estimating methodologies.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including the BAT, PMO, Pricing, Contracts, and SMEs.
• Lead responses to RFIs and fact‑finding; prepare negotiation support materials.
• Manage sweep BOEs and associated activities through contract award.
• Ensure proposal documentation meets audit, compliance, and customer requirements.
• Identify and implement improvements to the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) within the classified space.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior proposal or estimating personnel as well as SME population in estimation quality and compliance as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Proposal management

Cost estimation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

ProPricer

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF2 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF2 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are looking for a Compliance Purchasing Specialist to support our purchasing and procurement processes while ensuring everything meets company policies and government regulations. This role involves working with teams across the company and suppliers to make sure we follow all rules and standards. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are key for success.

***THIS ROLE REQUIRES AND ACTIVE GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE PRIOR TO START DATE***

What You Will Do:

• Independently coordinate, lead, and develop comprehensive, compliant Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for all classified proposals.
• Manage proposal strategy, planning, schedules, and internal reviews.
• Validate, analyze, and challenge SME inputs and actuals to ensure accuracy, consistency, and defensible compliant estimating methodologies.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including the Business Acquisition Team (BAT), PMO, Pricing, Contracts, and SMEs.
• Lead responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and fact‑finding; prepare negotiation support materials.
• Manage sweep Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and associated activities through contract award.
• Ensure proposal documentation meets audit, compliance, and customer requirements.
• Identify and implement improvements to the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) within the classified space.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior proposal or estimating personnel as well as SME population in estimation quality and compliance as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience (project/program/proposal management, cost estimating, logistics, or related) OR an advanced degree and 7+ of years of relevant experience
• Must possess active Government Security Clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. Citizenship required as only Citizens are able to hold and maintain a Security Clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading complex proposals for military or government customers.
• Strong cost estimating background within aerospace/defense or a matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of propulsion systems, government acquisition processes, FAR/DFARS.
• Proficiency with SAP, ProPricer, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by influence and operate independently.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, classified environment.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

• 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
• 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.