Description:We are committed to work life balance by promoting this REMOTE telework option. These job requirements allow the employee to work their entire schedule somewhere other than a Lockheed Martin designated office or job site.
WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin we are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions to support the U.S. Army and Air Force in their most critical missions. Our Material Estimating team plays a key role in capturing future business and t
ensuring our proposals are delivered on time and within budget by developing accurate and timely material cost estimates that meet government and corporate guidelines and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
THE WORK
As a Material Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for creating detailed material cost estimates using supplier quotes, price agreements, and historical data. You’ll collaborate with a team of estimators and work closely with Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Sourcing to ensure estimates are completed with the highest level of accuracy and quality. You will also support negotiations with the U.S. Government and participate in customer audits as the subject matter expert for material estimates. Additionally, you’ll contribute to innovative process improvements and develop solutions to complex cost-estimating challenges.
WHO YOU ARE
You have a strong background in Material estimating, Finance or Supply Chain with experience or working knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) contracting and a good understanding of bills of materials, material costing, and cost escalation. You excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are adept at managing multiple deadlines. Your ability to communicate effectively with senior managers and across functional teams makes you a valuable contributor to any project.
WHY JOIN US
At Lockheed Martin, you will be part of a team dedicated to solving complex problems and contributing to national security. You will have the opportunity to work on high-impact defense projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging in continuous improvement initiatives. This role provides an opportunity to shape processes, grow professionally, and make a difference in the success of our programs.
Basic Qualifications:
• Candidate should have an understanding of bills of material structures and have knowledge of the proposal process.
• Strong Excel skills are a necessary strength as are analytical skills.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to make business based decisions.
• The successful candidate will be required to come into the office at times for collaboration days.
Desired Skills:
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work with all levels of management.
• SAP experience
• Sourcing, Finance or Operations knowledge/ background is desired
• Knowledge of RMS Estimating and Pricing policies as well as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $67,000 - $126,100. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $58,200 - $111,600. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
