Proposal Material Estimator

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Principal Material Estimator in McKinney, TX. This hybrid role involves developing material proposals, validating supplier quotes, and leading Basis of Estimates to ensure compliant, sound material costing for complex contracts.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 5+ years, and are proficient in MS Office including Excel. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience with MS Office, including Excel for large data sets, formulas and pivot tables.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze and complete material proposals and the Material Cost Summary.
• Collaborate across functions to evaluate material and direct costs for proposed contracts.
• Utilize estimating and pricing programs and tools.
• Lead development of Material Basis of Estimates, tracking progress and validating quotes.
• Ensure proposals comply with FAR and internal requirements as the material point of contact.
• Analyze inputs to ensure sound material estimates and packaging.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in a related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG 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.

An excellent opportunity exists within the Material Estimating Organization as a Principal Material Estimator. The estimating organization is responsible for the preparation of various types of proposals for development, production and competitive contracts including modifications to existing contracts. In addition, the Material Estimating Organization supports gate reviews, government audits, and negotiations with the customer.

What You Will Do

• Be responsible for the development, analysis and completion of material proposals, creation of the Material Cost Summary (MCS).
• Work with other functions from across the company to understand and evaluate the material and other direct costs associated with proposed contracts and the associated program.
• Utilize company estimating and pricing programs and tools.
• Lead the development of Material Basis of Estimates to include tracking progress, validating and analyzing supplier quotes and Purchase Order History, ensuring consistency across the program, and confirming the estimating approach is sound.
• Ensure proposals comply with all FAR and internal requirements often as the only material point of contact.
• Assess, develop and implement solutions leading to a thorough material package.
• Perform detailed and complex analysis of inputs to ensure soundness in our material estimates.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Experience with MS Office, ex. Excel (i.e. large data sets, formulas, macros, look-up, pivot tables, filtering/sorting, etc.).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

We Prefer

• Strong organization and analytical skills.
• The ability to work well in teams, with peers and management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines in a schedule driven environment.
• Knowledge and experience with proposal development, price buildup, and estimating and pricing processes.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with federal proposal regulations including but not limited to: FAR, DFAR, TINA.

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.

• 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.

Salary

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.

Role Type: Hybrid

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. 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.

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.