Proposals Cost Estimator for Engineering & Production

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

Poway (CA)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 96,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and surveillance systems. This role focuses on providing labor and material cost estimating support for RFPs and proposal planning, execution, and negotiations.

You will develop estimates for engineering, production, sustainment, and other proposals, using pricing schedules and historical data. We seek candidates with a bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting/business and experience in cost

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration; equivalent experience may apply.
Understanding of cost estimating concepts, FAR, and government rules.
Experience in program finance/cost analyst roles and in preparing EACs.
Proficiency with SAP ERP system and advanced Excel usage.
Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop estimates for engineering development, production, sustainment and other proposals.
Research specifications and calculate production costs using pricing data and historical information.
Coordinate data collection for internal functions, suppliers and subcontractors.
Establish BOE, learning curves, scrap, rework and warranty factors for estimates.
Submit traceable proposal cost volumes and maintain cost databases.
Present cost estimates to management, customers and auditors.