Manager, Cost Modeling and Proposal Analysis
hace 5 días
McKinney
An excellent opportunity exists within the estimating organization for a Proposal Analyst. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the preparation of various types of proposals for development, production and competitive contracts including modifications to existing contracts. In addition, the estimating organization supports gate reviews, Government audits and negotiations with the customer. This role requires a high degree of independence, the ability to obtain program specific clearance(s) and perform work on-site at Raytheon facilities. What You Will Do • Be independently responsible for the development, analysis and completion of varying proposal types including the most significant proposals in terms of complexity and company importance., • Lead/contribute to the development of pricing strategies (this includes understanding customer care-about(s), potential future work, affordability initiatives, program financial objectives, risks, and opportunities), • Work with other functions from across the company to understand and evaluate the labor, material and other direct costs associated with proposed contracts and the associated program, • Utilize company estimating and pricing programs and tools, • Develop detailed Request for Estimates which are used to kick off proposals, • Lead the development of Basis of Estimates to include tracking progress, validating and analyzing actuals, ensuring consistency across the program, and confirming the estimating approach is sound, • Prepare and present Gate 4 charts for program / company leadership review of proposal information, • Ensure full FAR compliance on all proposals; capable of providing compliance guidance on complex situations, • Assess, develop and implement solutions leading to a thorough proposal submittal, • Interface and coordinate with all levels of management within the program (this includes ensuring alignment on priorities, strategies, expectations, and status), • Perform detailed and complex analysis of inputs to ensure soundness in our estimates, • Assist in training and supporting other estimators (FAR requirements, proposal process, etc.), • Effective planning and scheduling skills that lead to the completion of proposal efforts in accordance to customer and company requirements, • Develop cost models, • Train others in cost model functionality, • Create tools for proposal analysis including developing initial cost targets, • Evaluate and innovate existing estimating tools 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 using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and/or other related tools, • Experience with proposal development, cost models, price buildup, and/or estimating and pricing processes Qualifications We Prefer • Experience with federal proposal regulations such as but not limited to: FAR, DFAR, TINA, • Knowledge of ProPricer and the ability to learn and utilize alternative pricing software as necessary, • Advanced knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Part 15, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Raytheon Cost Estimating Manual., • Demonstrated leadership skills or experience, • Possess strong analytical abilities, • Demonstrated ability to consistently meeting deadlines in a schedule driven environment, • The ability to work well in teams, with peers and management, • Project management and collaboration skills with ability to lead project teams by influencing without direct authority, • Strong organization and analytical skills, • Strong excel and power query skills 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.