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Prattwhitney lists this Principal Specialist, Estimating & Pricing opportunity in mckinney, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
RI&S Integrated Estimating and Pricing is seeking a strong candidate for an Estimating & Pricing Principal Specialist position. The qualified candidate will partner and support proposal activity for the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Systems (ISRS) programs in McKinney, TX. This position provides a tremendous growth opportunity for an ambitious individual to partner with the program leadership team, as well as Program / Capture Managers, Finance, Technical Leads, and functional support.
What You Will Do
Plan and schedule proposal efforts.
Participate in proposal pricing activities & cost volume development by providing support for all phases of the proposal process – proposal development through negotiations.
Compile cost, schedule and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with the Request for Proposal (RFP) specifications and compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost, scheduling and performance elements from functional departments.
Analyze BOMs and BOEs ensuring reasonableness, adequate rationale and proper backup data.
Research and analyze historical data to support proposal efforts.
Review cost input for reasonableness.
Prepare and present internal management reviews up to the Director level in accordance with the proposal schedule.
Coordinate activities and participate in fact‑finding meetings.
Participate in should‑cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives.
Support DCAA proposal audits.
Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team.
Provide direction/functions as an advisor to subordinate teammates to meet all objectives required for proposal preparation and monitors daily operations.
Ensure all applicable parties (e.g., Engineering, Subcontracts, program management and other E&P colleagues) collaborate toward accurate, current and complete proposal submissions.
Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years experience.
Experience with Proposal Development and/or Cost Volume Management.
Experience with industry estimating and pricing, policy, practices and/or procedures.
Experience with MS Office.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to interact with senior levels of management and customer organizations.
Experience with CAS & Disclosure Requirements including TINA.
Excellent analytical skills and a solid understanding of how to use common industry pricing tools and technology such as ProPricer, ACES, MS Office (specifically Excel), etc.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong financial acumen.
Analytical reasoning with the ability to research issues to resolution.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing requirements and demanding schedules.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Support the DCAA/DCMA audit process.
Experience with and understanding of Government Procurement Regulations (FAR, DFARS etc.).
Develop solutions to a variety of problems of significant scope and complexity.
Learn processes quickly and apply knowledge to unique situations.
Flexible and able to handle a wide range of work assignments.
Work independently as well as part of a team.
Self‑motivated and able to work through problems with minimal supervision.
Strong mathematical and financial analysis skills.
Organized, able to manage time and prioritize workload.
What We Offer
Salary range: $86,800 USD – $165,200 USD.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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. Additional benefits may include annual short‑term or long‑term incentive compensation programs, depending on the level of the position and collective‑bargaining agreements.
EEO Statement
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.
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Worksite address
mckinney, TX, 75070, US
Who can apply
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