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Were more than aviation experts were pioneers. We challenge whats possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.
Labor Estimating
Bring your experience and ideas to a position that oversees the development of fully supported cost proposals based on RFPs received from the United States Government for both follow-on and new business opportunities. A primary job focus is working closely with Military Program Management Contracts Pricing and Business Operations to shape develop and lead a team of technical estimators to build fully substantiated cost proposals. This position plays a key role in leading the development of negotiation strategies and conducting negotiations with USG customer for new and follow-on contract awards. This role oversees the cost estimating team effort in accordance with the request for proposal (RFP) specifications. The oversight of fully substantiated Basis of Estimates with detailed analysis with comparisons to support proposal efforts and respond to USG auditors in a timely manner are important.
What Youll be Doing as a Manager - Labor Estimating
Supervising the proposing and negotiating of estimates for Manufacturing Engineering Logistics and Manufacturing Engineering and Tooling for USG proposals.
Provide support and status to Pricing and Program Management.
Provide guidance to estimating groups to analyze customer requirements participate in Statement of Work reviews provide estimating assignments review estimates and BOEs for accuracy and ensure a sufficient level of analysis and provide reviews and presentations to Senior Management when appropriate.
Provide key support of customer fact-finding activities and USG audits.
Review the development and maintenance of historic cost data and analysis.
Provide training and mentoring to the team of estimators to ensure organizational capabilities are met and individual growth is accomplished.
Skills You Bring To this Role
The ability to lead manage and mentor a team of cost estimators.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven experience briefing senior management.
Ability to negotiate and support proposed costs directly with customers.
The ability to plan organize and facilitate group efforts toward timely and effective closure.
Experience in managing or leading team efforts on multiple projects preferred.
What you need to be successful
5 years experience in manufacturing labor estimating engineering labor estimating manufacturing engineering and tooling estimating direct labor cost analysis material cost estimating proposal preparation project management or contract negotiations.
Bachelors degree is required; (major in a technical field preferred); majors in a business concentration with relevant experience will be considered.
Masters of Business Administration is preferred.
Microsoft Office skills SAP and Enovia experience.
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
What we offer you in return:
Youll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
120 hours Vacation time
12-13 paid holidays per year
6 weeks parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health insurance
On-site clinic pharmacy physical therapy and licensed counselor
Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
And so much more
Its time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission and lets make history together.
We are on a journey to amplify innovation cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives voices and values.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time