Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 3

Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 3

As a Centralized Material Estimating Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial foundation of major programs by developing and validating high-quality material cost estimates. You will partner closely with cross-functional teamsincluding Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program Managementto build accurate cost projections that support proposals, negotiations, and strategic business decisions. In this role, you will bring together data, requirements, and technical inputs to create defensible Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal standards. You will also serve as a subject-matter resource to teammates and stakeholders, helping drive consistency, accuracy, and excellence across the estimating function.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and document complex material cost estimates in support of program proposals.
• Create, update, and maintain material BOEs that clearly define scope, methodology, assumptions, and rationale.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program teams to obtain accurate data and align on estimate requirements.
• Support internal proposal reviews, customer fact-finding, audits, and negotiations with DCMA, DCAA, and other external stakeholders.
• Prepare comparative analyses and cost-scenario evaluations to support decision-making and risk assessment.
• Present estimating approaches, data, and findings to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced estimators on estimating standards, tools, techniques, and compliance requirements.
• Lead or support estimating coordination activities for large or complex proposals, ensuring schedule alignment and deliverable quality.
• Perform special projects, cost studies, or process improvement efforts as assigned.

What's In It For You

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented and analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. You excel at translating complex program requirements into clear, accurate, and defensible material estimates, and you bring strong critical-thinking skills to every stage of the estimating process. You communicate effectively across engineering, supply chain, finance, and program teams, building strong partnerships to ensure alignment and accuracy. You're comfortable presenting data to leadership, supporting audits, and defending your work with clarity and confidence. You take initiative, demonstrate sound judgment, and enjoy mentoring others to help elevate the team. With a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement, you approach challenges with curiosity, professionalism, and a desire to strengthen estimating processes across the organization. A level 3 employee Typically has 5 - 10 years of professional experience.

Must be a US citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Must have the ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Desired skills

Pricing or functional estimating experience in materials, engineering, operations, and / or Sustainment

Familiarity or experience with FAR, Part 15 proposal requirements

Experience coordinating complex estimates with changing requirements

Experience using proposal pricing systems or BOE tools such as, PROPRICER, APTS, or BOE other tool usage

Experience, with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint at an advanced or expert level

Experience in Tableau

Proven communication and leadership skills

Other Important Information

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 Schedule Information

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.

Security Clearance Information

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

LMCareers Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Department

F70F00 : Est & Pricing - Core

Job Class

Finance

Job Category

Experienced Professional

City, State

Fort Worth-TX, Greenville-SC, Marietta-GA, Palmdale-CA

City

Fort Worth, Greenville, Marietta, Palmdale

Zip

29605, 30063, 76108, 93599

Relocation / Housing Stipend Available

Possible

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. 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.

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $73,800 - $130,180. 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.