Proposal Management & Estimating Lead (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 123,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a Compliance Purchasing Specialist to support our procurement processes while ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and manage BOEs for classified proposals, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness.

The role requires an active government security clearance, US citizenship, and a strong background in cost estimating and proposal management.

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.
• 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.

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 Business Acquisition Team (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

Security clearance

Proposal management

Education

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years

Advanced degree with 7+ years

Tools

SAP

ProPricer

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF2 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF2

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.

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment.

Role Type

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

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.

• 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

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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