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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 3 months ago

Pricing/Cost Estimator II

San Diego California

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$57K/yr - $96K/yr

3+ years exp

General Atomics (GA) is a leading resource for high-technology systems development. They are seeking a Pricing Cost Estimator to perform pricing of proposals, support audits, and develop cost estimating systems within their Cost Engineering team.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness

Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives for contract transactions

Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions

Interfaces with several internal functional groups as well as outside vendors to gather data. Makes recommendations regarding the feasibility of manufacturing or buying needed products

Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services

Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists

Obtains data for cost analysis studies by determining manufacturing costs within divisions of company

Performs or assists with pre-award, post-award and fact finding audits

Interprets FAR and CAS regulations relating to pricing

Develops and maintains pricing spreadsheet. Prepares reports, charts, and graphs of findings

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company

Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Cost EstimatingGovernment ContractingFinancial AnalysisSpreadsheet ApplicationsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and three or more years experience in finance, accounting, or business administration in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education

Must have a general knowledge and competence in the concepts, principles, and standard practices in costing and pricing

Must have experience negotiating and working in government contracting environment and be able to analyze and solve a variety of moderately complex costing problems

Must have good interpersonal skills and communication skills, both verbal and written and be computer literate with knowledge of computer applications relevant to the position, including spreadsheet applications

Must be able to work extended hours when required